Tiago Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTYAH-go / ˈtʃi.a.ɡuPortuguese; Spanish
Meaning
Portuguese: supplanter; Spanish: may refer to James
Historical & Cultural Background
Tiago is a diminutive form of Santiago, which is derived from the name James. It is commonly used in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries. The name has historical significance due to its association with Saint James, the patron saint of Spain. Tiago has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Latin America and Portugal.
Trend Summary
Tiago has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tiaguinho
- Tiga
International Variants
- Santiago (Spanish)
- Tiago (Italian)
- Tiagão (Portuguese)
Famous people named Tiago
Tiago Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his defensive skills.
Tiago Mendes is a Portuguese former footballer who played as a midfielder.
Tiago Leifert is a Brazilian television presenter and journalist.
Tiago Rodrigues is a Portuguese theater director and playwright.
Fictional characters named Tiago
Tiago is a character in the animated series 'Maya the Bee', known for his adventurous spirit.
Tiago is a character in the video game 'The Last Guardian', serving as a companion to the protagonist.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tiago was first seen in the United States in 1982. Tiago has ranked as high as #1177 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Tiago has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tiago (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 35 | |
| FL | 29 | |
| TX | 22 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 49 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 71 |
| 2006 | 79 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2008 | 97 |
| 2009 | 116 |
| 2010 | 122 |
| 2011 | 112 |
| 2012 | 115 |
| 2013 | 138 |
| 2014 | 142 |
| 2015 | 159 |
| 2016 | 140 |
| 2017 | 122 |
| 2018 | 139 |
| 2019 | 138 |
| 2020 | 134 |
| 2021 | 152 |
| 2022 | 216 |
| 2023 | 212 |
| 2024 | 181 |