What does Diogo mean and where does it come from?
Diogo is a Portuguese name derived from the Latin 'Didacus', which means 'supplanter' or 'one who replaces'. It is a traditional name in Portugal and has gained popularity in other Portuguese-speaking countries, including Brazil. Diogo is often celebrated on the feast day of Saint Diego in Catholic
Cultural significance
Diogo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portugal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of supplanter.
Peak popularity
Reached #1855 in 2004 — currently #9128 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Diogo?
Diogo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Diogo Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Diogo Rose
Floral · soft ending
Diogo Mae
Sweet · timeless
Diogo Claire
French influence · crisp
Diogo Jane
Literary · strong
Diogo Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Diogo right now?
Falling — down 1739 spots — currently #9128 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #9128 | 8 | ▼ down 1739 · -27% births |
| 2022 | #7389 | 11 | ▲ up 2594 · +57% births |
| 2021 | #9983 | 7 | ▲ up 108 |
| 2020 | #10091 | 7 | ▼ down 815 · -12% births |
| 2015 | #9276 | 8 | ▼ down 4053 · -56% births |
| 2010 | #5223 | 18 | ▼ down 2614 · -58% births |
| 2005 | #2609 | 43 | — |
The story of Diogo
Diogo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 407 total births recorded, Diogo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2609 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9128 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Diogo in 2004:
💎Diogo has only 407 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Diogo
What does the name Diogo mean?
Diogo means "Supplanter" — a name rooted in Portugal 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 Diogo?
Diogo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Diogo have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Diogo?
Diogo originates from Portugal tradition. Portugal names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Diogo trending right now?
Diogo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Diogo a common or rare name?
Diogo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.