Of God or divine
Dio is a short, punchy name derived from the Italian word for God. It is often used as a diminutive for names like Dionisio or Diogo, or as a standalone name reflecting a sense of divinity and power. In modern pop culture, it is heavily associated with rock music and Japanese animation.
About 18 boys were named Dio in 2025.
Legendary heavy metal vocalist for Black Sabbath and Dio
The primary antagonist and powerful vampire · JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
A talented and eccentric pilot · Last Exile
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
