Yago Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-go / /ˈjaɡo/Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: supplanter; Portuguese: variant of Iago
Historical & Cultural Background
Yago is a variant of the name Iago, which has roots in both Spanish and Portuguese cultures. It is often associated with the biblical name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter.' The name has been used in literature, most notably in Shakespeare's play 'Othello,' where Iago is a central character. In modern times, Yago has gained popularity in various Spanish-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Yago has seen moderate use in recent years, particularly in Spanish-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Iago
- Yago
International Variants
- Iago (Spanish)
- Iago (Portuguese)
Famous people named Yago
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Fictional characters named Yago
Yago (Yago) is a character in the animated series 'Elena of Avalor.'.
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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)
Top States for Yago (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 8 |