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Diego vs Anthony

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Diego

Boy #145 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#145
Total SSA Count
2,506
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Diego Rank #145
Anthony Rank #44

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Anthony more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do Diego and Anthony mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Diego and Anthony boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.

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