Thiago
Meaning of Thiago
Thiago is a popular male name of Portuguese and Spanish origin, often associated with the meaning "supplanter" or "may God protect." In Portuguese, it is pronounced as chee-AH-goo (/tʃiˈaɡu/), while in Spanish, it’s pronounced as tee-AH-go (/tiˈaɡo/). A common variation of the name is Tiago. Over recent years, Thiago has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States. In 2023, it ranked 71st with 4,505 occurrences, marking a substantial increase from its rank of 1,928 in 2007. This upward trend reflects its growing appeal among parents who are drawn to its melodic sound and cultural richness. The name Thiago carries strong associations with notable figures in sports and arts, such as Brazilian footballer Thiago Silva and Spanish footballer Thiago Alcântara, further enhancing its modern and dynamic image.
Pronunciation
Portuguese
- Pronunced as chee-AH-goo (/tʃiˈaɡu/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as tee-AH-go (/tiˈaɡo/)
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Notable People Named Thiago
| Thiago Moura Monteiro is a Brazilian professional tennis player named after the former F1 driver Tiago Monteiro. |
| Thiago Alcântara do Nascimento, also known as Thiago, is a professional footballer and central midfielder for Premier League club Liverpool. |
| Thiago Alves is a Brazilian bare-knuckle fighter and former mixed martial artist who competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship for 14 years and currently serves as a striking coach at the American Top Team. |
| Thiago Silva is a Brazilian kickboxer and mixed martial artist known for competing in the Light Heavyweight division of Eagle FC, with a professional career spanning various organizations including UFC, WSOF, ACB, KSW, and Pancrase since 2005. |
| Thiago Seyboth Wild is a Brazilian professional tennis player who won the 2018 US Open junior singles title and reached a career high ATP singles ranking of No. 74. |
| Thiago Maia Alencar, also known as Thiago Maia, is a Brazilian professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Flamengo in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. |
| Thiago Neves Augusto, also known as Thiago Neves, is a Brazilian professional footballer recognized for his role as an attacking midfielder. |
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| Thiago Ribeiro Lacerda is a Brazilian actor known for his work in television and film. |
| Thiago Amaral is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his skills as an attacking midfielder. |
| Thiago de Mello, a renowned Brazilian poet, writer, translator, and environmental activist, is celebrated for his contributions to Amazonian regional literature and his work translated into multiple languages. |
| Thiago Borbas - Thiago Nicolás Borbas Silva is a Uruguayan professional footballer known for his forward position with Red Bull Bragantino and the Uruguay national team. |
| Thiago Silva - Thiago Araujo da Silva is a Brazilian football player who currently plays for Comercial Futebol Clube. |
| Thiago Henrique Mendes Ribeiro is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his defensive skills, currently playing for Al-Rayyan in the Qatar Stars League. |
| Thiago de Los Reyes Peixoto is a Brazilian actor known for his work in film and television. |
