Names Starting With E
BoyItalian#285 in 2025
Elio
Elio is a boys' name of Italian origin meaning “Sun, sunlight.” It ranked #285 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
EL-ee-oh
Meaning & Origin
The name Elio means “Sun, sunlight.” It comes from the Italian language tradition.
Italian variant of Helios (Greek sun god). Popularized by the novel and film 'Call Me By Your Name.' Rose 139 SSA spots in one year.
Popularity Over Time
#5102023
#4242024
#2852025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #285 |
| 2024 | #424 |
| 2023 | #510 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Elio
- Elio Perlman (Call Me By Your Name)
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