Rising since 2001, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Dago since 2000
Babies named Dago per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 64 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Dago is a rare masculine name that appeared in U.S. Social Security records starting in 2000, with a peak ranking in 2006 at position 8,243. Its corresponding frequency was approximately 1 in 189,786 newborns in the latest year, 2025. The name has seen a rising trend since 2001, suggesting slow but steady adoption. Its origins are unclear but likely Spanish or Basque, possibly as a diminutive of Santiago or Diego. Despite its rarity, Dago has not seen concentrated use in any particular state.
The name Dago is of uncertain origin. It may be a short form of Santiago, a Spanish name with connections to Saint James. Alternatively, it could derive from the Basque name 'Dagoberto' or be a nickname for Diego. Its use as a given name is rare, and it appears in U.S. records only since 2000 with modest popularity.
Sibling names for Dago
Names that share Dago's style, for a brother or sister.
