Elio
Elio is a boys' name of Italian origin meaning “sun.” It ranked #388 in the United States in 2025. Elio derives from the Greek Helios (sun god) via Italian.
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how do you pronounce Elio?
EL-ee-oh
more about Elio
It gained cultural currency through 'Call Me By Your Name' and Pixar's upcoming film 'Elio.' Its luminous, vowel-rich sound fits the modern taste for romantic names.
how popular is this name?
Elio has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 5 years since 2021. It peaked at #388 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #388 |
| 2024 | #507 |
| 2023 | #645 |
| 2022 | #875 |
| 2021 | #831 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Elio fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Elio?
- Elio Perlman (Call Me By Your Name character)
- Elio (upcoming Pixar film character)
- Elio de Angelis (Italian Formula 1 driver)
what names are similar to Elio?
what names go well with Elio?
Sibling names that share Elio's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Elio
What does the name Elio mean?
Elio means “sun”.
What is the origin of the name Elio?
Elio comes from the Italian naming tradition.
How popular is the name Elio?
Elio ranked #388 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Elio a boy or girl name?
Elio is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Elio?
Elio is pronounced EL-ee-oh, with 3 syllables.
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