Elio
Elio is a boys' name of Italian origin meaning “sun.” It ranked #295 in the United States in 2025. Elio derives from the Greek Helios (sun god) via Italian.
how do you pronounce Elio?
EL-ee-oh
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what does Elio mean?
The name Elio means “sun.” It comes from the Italian language tradition.
Elio derives from the Greek Helios (sun god) via Italian. 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?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #295 |
| 2023 | #352 |
| 2022 | #445 |
| 2021 | #564 |
| 2020 | #693 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
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?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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