Diogenes

Diogenes is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,356 in the US, popular nicknames include Dio, Diy, and Dioie.

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Boy Name #13,356 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Diogenes is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Diogenes often also consider Lesa, Emeril, Access .

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Historical Record

Diogenes first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.

Over 153 babies have been named Diogenes in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Diogenes is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,356 for boy names in the US .

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#13,356
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#13,356
Total SSA Count
7

Nicknames

Dio Diy Dioie Diogie

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"entry, means of approach"

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"priceless, inestimable"

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"God is sufficient for me"

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Frequently Asked Questions About Diogenes

Is Diogenes a boy or girl name?
Diogenes is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Diogenes?
Diogenes is currently ranked #13356 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Diogenes?
Common nicknames for Diogenes include Dio, Diy, Dioie, and Diogie.
Is Diogenes a common or rare name?
Diogenes is an uncommon name, ranked #13356 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Diogenes?
Diogenes pairs well with Lesa, Emeril, Access, Franck in style and sound.

About the Name Diogenes

Diogenes is a boy name .

Diogenes is currently ranked #13,356 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Diogenes include Dio, Diy, Dioie, and Diogie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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