Thiago
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Supplanter or one who replaces
Origin: Portuguese/Spanish
Popularity: Ranked #50 in 2025 with 5,835 babies born.
History: Thiago is the Portuguese form of Santiago or Diego, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Jacob (Ya'akov), meaning supplanter. It is one of the most popular names in Brazil and Portugal and has grown significantly in Spanish-speaking countries as well. The name carries strong Iberian cultural identity and has gained international visibility through Brazilian footballers such as Thiago Silva.
Famous people named Thiago: Thiago Messi (Messi's son), Thiago Silva (soccer player)
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Thiago? About 1 in 570 babies born in 2025 were named Thiago, or roughly 16 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Thiago
What does the name Thiago mean?
Thiago means “Supplanter or one who replaces” from Portuguese/Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Thiago?
Thiago has Portuguese/Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Supplanter or one who replaces”.
How popular is Thiago?
Thiago ranked #50 in 2025 — given to 5,835 babies that year.
When was Thiago most popular?
Thiago peaked in 2025 with 5,835 babies registered that year.
Is Thiago a boy or girl name?
Thiago is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Thiagos in registered births are male.
Is the name Thiago rising or falling in popularity?
Thiago has risen 118 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #168 in 2020 to #50 in 2025.
How long has Thiago been recorded?
Thiago appears in birth records across 40 years — from 1986 through 2025.