Diego

Rank 124th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Diego was 124th most popular baby name for boys and 216th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 2,958 babies were named Diego in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 1,136 babies in the United States were named Diego. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 2.6% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Diego is around 18 years old.

The name "Diego" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Diego is Dee.

Diego Meaning & Origin

Diego is a Spanish name that signifies 'teacher' or 'one who supplants', evoking images of wisdom, strength, and perseverance.

The name Diego is described as adventurous, artistic and charismatic.

Pronunciation

Diego is pronounced die-go in English. The name Diego has 5 letters and 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Diego

  • In the field of arts, the name Diego has been linked to several globally recognized artists such as Diego Rivera, a prominent Mexican painter, and Diego Velázquez, a leading artist in the Spanish Golden Age.

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Geography

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