Holding steady.
Popularity of Heliodoro since 1928
Babies named Heliodoro per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1961, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Heliodoro's real moment was 1928.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 35 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Heliodoro is an uncommon name with ancient Greek roots, meaning 'gift of the sun.' It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1928, which also marks its peak year, though the name has maintained a stable but extremely low level of usage since then. As of 2025, it remains a rare choice, reflecting its historical and cultural specificity, particularly in Spanish and Italian communities. The name's association with early Christian saints gives it a subtle religious resonance without being overtly common.
Heliodoro is a Spanish and Italian form of the Greek name Heliodoros, derived from 'helios' (sun) and 'doron' (gift). It was borne by several early Christian saints and has been used in the Spanish-speaking world since the medieval period, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Helio, Doro
Variants: Heliodorus
Sibling names for Heliodoro
Names that share Heliodoro's style, for a brother or sister.
