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Diego vs Juan

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
Juan Rank #137

Juan is more popular, ranked #137 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Juan more popular?

Juan is more popular, ranked #137 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do Diego and Juan mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Juan means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Diego and Juan boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Juan is primarily a boy name.

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