Thiago
Thiago is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning “Supplanter”, pronounced chee-AH-goh. It ranked #50 in the United States in 2025, given to 5,835 babies, and peaked at #50 in 2025. Common nicknames: Thia, Tio.
How popular is Thiago 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 Thiago mean, and where does it come from?
Thiago is the Portuguese and Spanish form of Santiago, itself a contraction of "Sant Iago" (Saint James). The underlying name James descends from the Hebrew Ya'akov, traditionally interpreted as "supplanter" or "one who follows." Saint James the Greater, one of the twelve apostles, is the namesake behind the name's long history across the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America. Thiago has become especially fashionable in Brazil and, more recently, in the United States, boosted by the international fame of footballers who carry the name.
How is Thiago used around the world?
Thiago is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 20+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Thiago?
Famous People Named Thiago
- Thiago Silva — Brazilian professional footballer
- Thiago Alcântara — Spanish professional footballer
- Thiago Motta — Italian-Brazilian football manager and former player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Thiago mean?
Thiago is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning "Supplanter." Thiago is the Portuguese and Spanish form of Santiago, itself a contraction of "Sant Iago" (Saint James). The underlying name James descends from the Hebrew Ya'akov, traditionally interpreted as "supplanter" or "one who follows.
How do you pronounce Thiago?
Thiago is pronounced chee-AH-goh. Common variations include Santiago, Diego, Tiago.
Is Thiago a boy name?
Yes, Thiago is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Thia, Tio.