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Tiago
BoyPortuguese, Hebrew· “form of James; 'supplanter'”
- Meaning
- form of James; 'supplanter'
- Origin
- Portuguese, Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- tee-AH-goh
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,117
- US babies 2025
- 192
- Best rank
- #1,028 (2022)
- Peak year
- 2022
Meaning and origin of Tiago
Tiago is a Portuguese and Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “form of James; 'supplanter'”.
Traditionally explained as 'supplanter', the Hebrew Yaakov lies behind James, and Tiago is a Portuguese form of that name. It developed from Santiago, the Spanish name for Saint James, whose shrine at Santiago de Compostela drew pilgrims from across Europe. Tiago is popular in Portugal and Brazil and has a warm, rhythmic sound. Thiago is a related spelling. Brazilian footballer Thiago Silva has helped make the name familiar internationally. Tiago is easy to pronounce in English and pairs well with both English and Portuguese middle names.
Popularity over time
Tiago first appears in US Social Security records in 1982. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. Its best national rank was #1,028 in 2022, the same year it reached its highest count of 216 babies. In 2025, 192 babies were named Tiago, and it ranked #1,117 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #4,548 in 2000, #1,382 in 2010, and #1,117 in 2025. Of the 3,228 US boys named Tiago since records began, 41% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 1,088 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Nikko, Kyzer, Mariano, Kolt, and Syncere.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Tiago ranked highest in New Jersey, Florida, and South Carolina.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | #520 | 15 |
| Florida | #554 | 32 |
| South Carolina | #662 | 7 |
| Utah | #798 | 5 |
| Texas | #854 | 31 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Tiago is usually pronounced tee-AH-goh, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with T and ends in “-go”.
Middle names for Tiago
A few middle names that flow with Tiago: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Tiago
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tiago mean?
Tiago is a Portuguese and Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “form of James; 'supplanter'”.
What is the origin of the name Tiago?
Tiago has Portuguese and Hebrew roots. Traditionally explained as 'supplanter', the Hebrew Yaakov lies behind James, and Tiago is a Portuguese form of that name.
Is Tiago a popular name?
Not especially. Tiago ranked #1,117 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Tiago a boy or girl name?
Tiago is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Tiago?
Tiago 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