Thiago is a popular given name for boys, particularly in Brazil and Portugal. It is derived from the Greek name Theodorus, which means "gift of God." The name Thiago is often associated with the famous Brazilian footballer Thiago Silva, who is known for his defensive skills and leadership on the pitch. In recent years, the name Thiago has become increasingly popular in other countries, such as Spain, Italy, and France.
Thiago rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
Nicknames for Thiago
| T | TEE-ah-go | Shortened version of the name. |
| Thia | TEE-ah | A shortened version of the name, pronounced similarly. |
| Gao | GOW | A shortened and simplified version of the name, pronounced with a hard G sound. |
| Tigo | TEE-go | A shortened version of the name, with the stress on the second syllable. |
| Thi | TEE | A shortened version of the name, pronounced similarly. |
Famous people named Thiago
| Thiago Alcântara | Soccer Player | Spanish professional soccer player who currently plays for Liverpool FC and the Spanish national team. |
| Thiago Silva | Soccer Player | Brazilian professional soccer player who currently plays as a center-back for Chelsea FC and the Brazilian national team. |
| Thiago Motta | Soccer Player | Retired Brazilian-Italian professional soccer player who played as a midfielder for several top European clubs and the Italian national team. |
| Thiago Pereira | Swimmer | Brazilian former competitive swimmer who specialized in individual medley events and won multiple medals in international competitions including the Olympics. |
| Thiago Wild | Tennis Player | Brazilian professional tennis player who has won several junior titles and currently competes in the ATP Tour. |
| Thiago Monteiro | Tennis Player | Brazilian professional tennis player who has won several Challenger titles and currently competes in the ATP Tour. |
| Thiago Martins | Actor | Brazilian actor known for his roles in TV series and movies such as 'City of Men' and 'Elite Squad'. |
| Thiago Lacerda | Actor | Brazilian actor known for his roles in TV series and telenovelas such as 'The Clone' and 'A Favorita'. |
Fictional character called Thiago from pop culture
| Thiago" is not a very common name in pop culture, but here are a few characters that go by that name: | ||
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| Thiago Silva | Professional football player | Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a central defender for Chelsea and the Brazil national team. |
| Thiago Alcântara | Professional football player | Spanish professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Liverpool and the Spain national team. |
| Thiago Mendes | Professional football player | Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Lyon and the Brazil national team. |
| Thiago Martins | Actor | Brazilian actor known for his roles in the TV series 'Cidade dos Homens' and the film 'Faroeste Caboclo'. |
| Thiago Ventura | Comedian | Brazilian comedian and writer known for his stand-up comedy shows and specials on Netflix. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Thiago
| What is the origin of the name Thiago? | Thiago is a Portuguese and Spanish name that is derived from the name Santiago, which means "Saint James" in English. |
| Is Thiago a popular name? | Thiago is a fairly popular name in Brazil and Portugal, but it is not as common in other countries. |
| What are some famous people named Thiago? | Thiago Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Chelsea FC and Thiago Alcântara is a Spanish professional footballer who plays for Liverpool FC. |
| What is the meaning of the name Thiago? | The name Thiago means "supplanter" or "one who takes the place of another" in Hebrew. |
| Is Thiago a unisex name? | No, Thiago is a masculine name and is not typically used for females. |
| What are some common nicknames for Thiago? | Common nicknames for Thiago include T, Tico, and Chico. |