Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Giomar since 1998
Babies named Giomar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 81 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Giomar is a rare and modern name that first appeared in the United States in 1998. It has remained consistently uncommon, never breaking into the top 10,000 names; its peak year was 2009, yet even then it was given to only a handful of boys per year. The name has a 1-in-284,679 occurrence rate as of 2025, reflecting its scarcity. Its origins are unclear, but it likely draws from Spanish or Italian elements. Giomar is not associated with any particular U.S. state (no top states recorded) and has no traditional variants. Parents choosing this name often seek a distinctive, contemporary-sounding name with a European flair.
Giomar is a rare modern name that appears to be a blend or respelling of elements from Spanish or Italian naming traditions. The first part, 'Gio,' may be a short form of Giovanni or similar names, while 'mar' means 'sea' in Spanish and Italian. Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Italian surname Giomar or a coined name. Its first recorded use in the United States dates to 1998, suggesting a recent coinage or importation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gio, Mari
Sibling names for Giomar
Names that share Giomar's style, for a brother or sister.
