DiMaggio

“A surname meaning 'of the May' or 'of the month of May'.”

Italian origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1127US 2023

1.1kBirths / yr

→Stable

56All-time births

📅 Since 199800

How to pronounce DiMaggio

dim·AJ·ee·oh

/dɪm.ˈædʒ.iː.ˌoʊ/ · stress on AJ · 4 syllables

“A surname meaning 'of the May' or 'of the month of May'.”

Italian origin · Boy name

What does DiMaggio mean and where does it come from?

DiMaggio is predominantly a surname, notably carried by baseball legend Joe DiMaggio, who is an iconic figure in American sports history. The name has Italian origins and highlights the practice of forming surnames based on months or significant times. In contemporary usage, it can be a first name r

Cultural significance

DiMaggio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a surname meaning 'of the may' or 'of the month of may'..

Peak popularity

Reached #6034 in 1999 — currently #1127 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with DiMaggio?

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

DiMaggio Grace

How popular is DiMaggio right now?

Holding steady — currently #1127 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1127 · Top 0.83%

2000

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1127	1,073	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1132	1,053	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1137	1,023	▲ up 6989 · +12688% births
2000	#8126	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for DiMaggio

Best Year2023Rank #1127

Peak Count1,073

Average Rank#2881

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20234 years

The story of DiMaggio

DiMaggio is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 56 total births recorded, DiMaggio remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8126 in 2000 to #1127 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside DiMaggio in 1999:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Nicholas

DiMaggio by decade

DiMaggio peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	16
2000s ★	27
2010s	13

💎DiMaggio has only 56 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for DiMaggio?

Common

DimDimieDimyAggio

What names sound and feel like DiMaggio?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love DiMaggio also consider these

French · A French name

Biaggio

Italy · Derived from the

Dimitrio

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name DiMaggio

What does the name DiMaggio mean?

DiMaggio means "A surname meaning 'of the May' or 'of the month of May'." — a name rooted in Italian 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 DiMaggio?

DiMaggio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of DiMaggio?

DiMaggio originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name DiMaggio?

DiMaggio is a four-syllable name pronounced D IH0 M AE1 JH IY0 OW2. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with DiMaggio?

DiMaggio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.