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Diego vs Xavier

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
Xavier Rank #102

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diego or Xavier more popular?

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do Diego and Xavier mean?

Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin). Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin).

Are Diego and Xavier boy or girl names?

Diego is primarily a boy name. Xavier is primarily a boy name.

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