Difo

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1807US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Difo mean and where does it come from?

Difo is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Difo carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1807 in 2015 — currently #1807 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Difo?

Difo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Difo Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Difo Rose
Floral · soft ending
Difo Mae
Sweet · timeless
Difo Claire
French influence · crisp
Difo Jane
Literary · strong
Difo Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Difo right now?

Holding steady — currently #1807 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1807 · Top 1.3%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#180710stable
2022#180710stable
2021#180710stable
2020#180710stable
2019#180710
💎Difo is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Difo?

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Famous people named Difo

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Difo (Greek poet or artist)
Difo helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Difo (ancient philosopher)
Difo bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Difo (Greek mythological figure)
Difo carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
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Difo (Byzantine leader)
Difo used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Common questions about the name Difo

What does the name Difo mean?
Difo means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Difo?
Difo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Difo?
Difo originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Difo a common or rare name?
Difo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Difo more of a girl or boy name?
Difo is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.