Fabrizio

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Fabrizio is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “Craftsman”.

MeaningCraftsman
GenderBoy
OriginLatin, via Italian
Pronunciationfah-BREET-syoh
TraditionChristian
Used inItaly, Switzerland

Meaning and origin of Fabrizio

Fabrizio comes from the Roman family name Fabricius, from faber, 'craftsman' or 'smith'. Gaius Fabricius Luscinus, a Roman general of the third century BC, was remembered for his honesty and incorruptibility. The name became popular in twentieth-century Italy, and the character Fabrizio del Dongo in Stendhal's novel The Charterhouse of Parma made it known to readers abroad.

Is Fabrizio a Christian name?

Fabrizio is a classical Roman name used by Italian Catholic families, without a strong saintly association.

How popular is Fabrizio?

Popular in Italy in the 1960s to 1980s.

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Spellings and variants of Fabrizio

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Fabrizio mean?

Fabrizio means 'Craftsman'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.

Is Fabrizio a Christian name?

Fabrizio is a classical Roman name used by Italian Catholic families, without a strong saintly association.

How do you pronounce Fabrizio?

Fabrizio is pronounced fah-BREET-syoh.

Is Fabrizio a boy or girl name?

Fabrizio is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.