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Origin(s)
PronunciationEYE-oh / /ˈaɪ.oʊ/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'violet flower'; Latin: 'I' (the letter)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Io has roots in Greek mythology, where Io was a priestess of Hera who was transformed into a heifer. It is also associated with the moon in various cultures. In modern contexts, Io is sometimes used as a short form of names like Iolanthe or Iolanda.
Trend Summary
The name Io is uncommon in the U.S. but has seen occasional use.
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International Variants
- Io (Italian)
- Io (Greek)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Io was first seen in the United States in 2014. Io has ranked as high as #1388 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Io has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Io
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |