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Thiago
BoyPortuguese, Hebrew· “form of James; 'supplanter'”
- Meaning
- form of James; 'supplanter'
- Origin
- Portuguese, Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- tee-AH-goh
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #50
- US babies 2025
- 5,835
- Best rank
- #50 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Thiago
Thiago is a Portuguese and Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “form of James; 'supplanter'”.
Thiago is a Portuguese form of James, derived from Santiago, meaning Saint James. James goes back through Latin to the Hebrew Yaakov, the name of the patriarch Jacob, which is often explained as supplanter or held by the heel. Thiago is especially popular in Brazil and Portugal and has spread to Spanish-speaking countries and beyond. It feels warm, lively and international. The spelling Tiago is also common. The name is easy for English speakers to say and has a rhythmic three-syllable sound.
Popularity over time
Thiago first appears in US Social Security records in 1986. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 14 different years, starting in 2012. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #50, and its highest count, 5,835 babies. Use has grown 465% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #4,052 in 2000, #1,066 in 2010, and #50 in 2025. Of the 35,200 US boys named Thiago since records began, 69% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 10,297 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Wesley, Roman, Weston, Waylon, and Bennett.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Thiago ranked highest in Maryland, Florida, and New Jersey.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | #10 | 168 |
| Florida | #13 | 649 |
| New Jersey | #21 | 253 |
| Texas | #23 | 887 |
| Nevada | #24 | 70 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Thiago is usually pronounced tee-AH-goh, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with T and ends in “-go”.
Middle names for Thiago
A few middle names that flow with Thiago: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Thiago
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thiago mean?
Thiago is a Portuguese and Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “form of James; 'supplanter'”.
What is the origin of the name Thiago?
Thiago has Portuguese and Hebrew roots. Thiago is a Portuguese form of James, derived from Santiago, meaning Saint James.
Is Thiago a popular name?
Yes. Thiago ranked #50 in the US in 2025, which makes it one of the 100 most popular names.
Is Thiago a boy or girl name?
Thiago is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Thiago?
Thiago is usually pronounced tee-AH-goh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings