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Diego vs Matteo

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
Matteo Rank #138

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Matteo more popular?

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do Diego and Matteo mean?

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

Are Diego and Matteo boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Matteo is primarily a boy name.

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