Diogo

“Supplanter”

Portugal origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9128US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

407All-time births

📅 Since 200100

How to pronounce Diogo

dyaw-goo(europeanportuguese),jyaw-goo(brazilianportuguese)

/dyaw-goo(europeanportuguese),jyaw-goo(brazilianportuguese)/ · · 2 syllables

“Supplanter”

Portugal origin · Boy name

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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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

How popular is Diogo right now?

Falling — down 1739 spots — currently #9128 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#9128 · Top 6.7%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Diogo

Best Year2005Rank #2609

Peak Count43

Average Rank#7671

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

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:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Diogo by decade

Diogo peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s ★	305
2010s	95
2020s	7

💎Diogo has only 407 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Diogo?

Common

DioDiogDiogieDiogy

What names sound and feel like Diogo?

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

Greek · A beloved name

Dioni

American · A feminine form

Diorr

American · French

Tiago

Portugal · Supplanter

How is Diogo written in other languages?

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.