Diego: name meaning and origin

Diego

supplanter (from James)

Spanish · Boy · 3 syllables

Diego is a Spanish name meaning "supplanter (from James)". It has 3 syllables, stressed on e, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Diego

  • Diego & Nina Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Paloma Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Mateo Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Abigail Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Ada Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Barnaby Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Beatrice Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Diego & Caleb Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

Questions about Diego

What does the name Diego mean?

Diego is a Spanish name meaning "supplanter (from James)".

How many syllables are in Diego?

Diego has 3 syllables (Di-e-go), with the stress usually on "e".

Is Diego a boy's or girl's name?

Diego is traditionally a boy's name.