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Diego

Diego is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning Spanish form of James.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#125

What does Diego mean?

Spanish form of James

How popular is Diego?

Popularity in the United States

Diego has been given to 112,814 babies in the United States since 1887, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 572 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Diego per year in the United States, 1887–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Diego has been given to 1,030 babies in France since 1961, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Diego per year in France, 1961–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 155,468 people called Diego living in Spain, with an average age of 33.3.

112,814 Babies named since 1887
2000s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Diego

What does the name Diego mean?

Diego means Spanish form of James. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Diego a boy's or a girl's name?

Diego is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Diego?

Diego has been given to 112,814 babies in the United States since 1887, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.