Dio

Dio is a masculine name with rich historical and multicultural roots. In Italian, it directly means 'God,' deriving from the Latin 'Deus.' In Greek mythology, Dio can be a shortened form of Dionysos, the god of wine and festivity. The name gained some recognition in popular culture through Ronnie James Dio, the renowned heavy metal vocalist, and through the character Dio Brando in the Japanese manga series 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.' Despite its powerful meaning and historical connections, Dio remains relatively uncommon as a given name in most Western countries. Its brevity, strong sound, and cross-cultural appeal make it attractive to parents seeking a distinctive yet simple name with spiritual or mythological connections.

Pronounced DEE-oh.

As of October 2026, Dio ranked #5256 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3439 in 2021.