Diego vs Elias

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

Elias

Boy #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian German Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
7,653
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Diego Rank #145
Elias Rank #25

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Elias more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do Diego and Elias mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Diego and Elias boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Elias is primarily a boy name.

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