Io
Io is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “moon, violet.”
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how do you pronounce Io?
EYE-oh
more about Io
In Greek mythology, Io was a priestess of Hera loved by Zeus, who transformed her into a white heifer to protect her from Hera's jealousy. A moon of Jupiter bears her name — it is the most volcanically active body in the solar system. At just two letters, Io is one of the shortest given names possible, yet carries immense mythological weight.
the history of Io
In Greek mythology Io was a priestess of Hera loved by Zeus, who turned her into a heifer; a moon of Jupiter bears her name.
who are famous people named Io?
- Io (moon of Jupiter, one of the Galilean moons)
- Io (Greek mythological priestess)
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quick answers about Io
What does the name Io mean?
Io means “moon, violet”.
What is the origin of the name Io?
Io comes from the Greek naming tradition.
How popular is the name Io?
Io has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Io a boy or girl name?
Io is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Io?
Io is pronounced EYE-oh, with 2 syllables.
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