Rising since 2001, #1,091 for boys today.
Popularity of Gio since 2001
Babies named Gio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 507 |
| 2020s | 959 |
Meaning & origin
Gio entered U.S. naming records in 2001 and has been on a steady upward trajectory ever since, reaching its peak rank of 1091 in 2025. With a frequency of about 1 in 8670 newborn boys, it remains a relatively rare choice but one that has gained noticeable traction in states like Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Minnesota. Its appeal lies in its brevity and Italian heritage, offering a modern alternative to the longer Giovanni or other classic Italian names. The name's simple, two-syllable structure fits well with contemporary trends favoring short, vowel-ending names for boys.
Gio is a short form of Italian names beginning with Gio-, most commonly Giovanni (the Italian form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'). As an independent given name, it has gained popularity in the United States since the early 2000s, reflecting broader trends toward short, vowel-heavy names and Italian heritage choices.
Where Gio is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Gio” around the world
Where Gio lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Gio
Names that share Gio's style, for a brother or sister.
