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Dhiago

♂ Boy

Pronounced dee-AH-goh /diˈɑː.goʊ/Medium

Meaning: A modern spelling of Diego (or the Portuguese Tiago/Thiago), traditionally linked to James/Jacob, 'supplanter; may God protect.' A familiar name in a fresh spelling.Low

In 30 seconds: A fresh spelling of Diego: Dhiago traces to James/Jacob, 'supplanter' (said 'dee-AH-goh'). Warm and familiar.
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Origin MediumSpanish, Portuguese
MeaningA modern spelling of Diego (or the Portuguese Tiago/Thiago), traditionally linked to James/Jacob, 'supplanter; may God protect.' A familiar name in a fresh spelling.
U.S. rank (2024)#11233 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 21

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420142024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Dhiago is a spelling of Diego/Thiago, names linked through history to James and Jacob, 'supplanter.' The added -h gives a familiar name a fresh look — rare in the U.S. (said 'dee-AH-goh').

It appears rarely in the U.S., next to the common Diego. Rare, warm, and familiar.

Did you know? Dhiago respells Diego (or the Portuguese Thiago), a name long tied to James and Jacob — 'supplanter; may God protect' — in a modern, decorative form (said 'dee-AH-goh').
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Dhiago — Diego/Thiago spelling; James/Jacob route

Variations

DiegoThiagoTiago

Nicknames

DhiYago

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dhiago mean?

Dhiago is a form of Diego/Thiago, linked to James and Jacob, 'supplanter; may God protect.'

How do you pronounce Dhiago?

It's said dee-AH-goh /diˈɑː.goʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Dhiago a boy or girl name?

Dhiago is a boy's name.

How popular is Dhiago?

Dhiago is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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