Names Starting With T
BoyPortuguese#285 in 2025
Thiago
Thiago is a boys' name of Portuguese origin meaning “supplanter, one who follows.” It ranked #285 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
tee-AH-goh
meaning & origin
The name Thiago means “supplanter, one who follows.” It comes from the Portuguese language tradition.
A Portuguese and Spanish form of James or Jacob, derived from Santiago. Widely used in Brazil and throughout Latin America, it has gained popularity in the United States alongside growing Hispanic communities.
popularity over time
#3902020
#3622021
#3352022
#3102023
#2852024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #285 |
| 2023 | #310 |
| 2022 | #335 |
| 2021 | #362 |
| 2020 | #390 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Thiago
- Thiago Silva (footballer)
- Thiago Alcantara (footballer)
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