Diogo
/DIO-o/ Western Male
Meaning & Origin
Diogo is a Western name meaning "Diogo is often interpreted as meaning 'supplanter' or 'he who takes the place of another'. It can also be associated with 'held by the heel'.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. The name Diogo is of uncertain origin but most likely derived from the Spanish and Portuguese form of the name James, Santiago, or Jacobus, which ultimately comes from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (יַעֲקֹב).
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Male
Phonetic DIO-o
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as DIO-o. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Diogo
- · Diogo Dalot - Footballer
- · Diogo Jota - Footballer
- · Diogo Morgado - Actor
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