Elio
Elio is a boy name of Italian / Spanish (from Latin Aelius, linked to Helios/Elijah) origin meaning “Sun / variant tied to Elijah”, pronounced EH-lee-oh. It ranked #388 in the United States in 2025, given to 818 babies, and peaked at #388 in 2025. Common nicknames: Eli.
How popular is Elio in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Elio mean, and where does it come from?
Elio has two possible roots: it may descend from the ancient Roman family name Aelius, of uncertain Latin or Etruscan origin, or serve as an Italian and Spanish short form connected to Elijah or Elias, sometimes associated with the Greek "Helios," meaning "sun." The name gained a surge of international visibility after the 2017 film "Call Me by Your Name," whose protagonist Elio introduced it to a global audience beyond its traditional Italian and Spanish-speaking base. It remains uncommon in the U.S. but is steadily rising as a stylish, continental choice.
How is Elio used around the world?
Elio is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
Female FormElia
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Elio?
Famous People Named Elio
- Elio Germano — Italian actor and two-time Cannes Best Actor winner
- Elio de Angelis — Italian Formula One driver
- Elio (Stefano Belisari) — Italian musician and frontman of Elio e le Storie Tese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Elio mean?
Elio is a boy name of Italian / Spanish (from Latin Aelius, linked to Helios/Elijah) origin meaning "Sun / variant tied to Elijah." Elio has two possible roots: it may descend from the ancient Roman family name Aelius, of uncertain Latin or Etruscan origin, or serve as an Italian and Spanish short form connected to Elijah or Elias, sometimes associated with the Greek "Helios," meaning "sun." The name gained a surge of international visibility after the 2017 film "Call Me by Your Name," whose protagonist Elio introduced it to a global audience beyond its traditional Italian and Spanish-speaking base.
How do you pronounce Elio?
Elio is pronounced EH-lee-oh. Common variations include Eli, Helio, Eliott.
Is Elio a boy name?
Yes, Elio is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Eli.