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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: YAH-go //ˈjaɡo//
Origin: Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning: Spanish: supplanter; Portuguese: variant of Iago
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yago is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'akov, which translates to "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." This name transitioned into Greek as Iakobos and subsequently into Latin as Iacobus. The evolution continued into Old Spanish, where it became Iago, and eventually Yago, which is a variant form.
The name's journey into English occurred primarily through the influence of Spanish literature and culture, particularly during the Renaissance when works like Shakespeare's "Othello" (1603) featured a character named Iago, thereby popularizing the name in English-speaking contexts. Historically, Ya'akov is a significant biblical figure, known as Jacob in English, who is a patriarch in the Hebrew Bible.
His story is foundational in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, with his life chronicled in the Book of Genesis. The name has been borne by various saints and notable figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring presence in various cultures.
The transformation of the name through different languages reflects not only linguistic changes but also the cultural exchanges that occurred over centuries. Culturally, Yago carries connotations of complexity and depth, particularly due to its association with Shakespeare's character, who is often viewed as a symbol of manipulation and betrayal.
This literary connection has imbued the name with a certain dramatic weight, making it resonate in discussions of morality and human nature. Additionally, the diminutive form Iago has been used in various artistic and literary contexts, further enriching the name's historical and cultural tapestry.
Famous people named Yago
In this section, you will find notable people named Yago. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Yago who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Yago de Vega is a Spanish artist best known for his contemporary paintings and installations.
Yago Pikachu is a Brazilian footballer best known for his performances with Goias and the Brazilian national team.
Fictional characters named Yago
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Yago is a fictional character from the play Othello by William Shakespeare. He is the cunning antagonist who manipulates others to bring about Othello's downfall.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Yago. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yago was first seen in the United States in 1975.
Yago has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Yago has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yago is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Yago was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Yago (2022)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Yago.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |