Declining since 2007, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Juandiego since 1987
Babies named Juandiego per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 57 |
| 2000s | 349 |
| 2010s | 258 |
| 2020s | 92 |
Meaning & origin
Juandiego is a modern Spanish compound name, first recorded in the United States in 1987. It combines two classic names, Juan and Diego, each with deep biblical and saintly associations. The name saw its peak popularity in 2006, but since 2007 it has been in declining use. In 2025 it ranked 5,208th, with an incidence of about 1 in 94,893 births. The name has been most commonly used in California, reflecting its Hispanic heritage. While not a traditional name, Juandiego represents a creative but straightforward blending of familiar elements, fitting a broader trend of double-barreled first names in Spanish-speaking communities.
Juandiego is a compound of the Spanish names Juan and Diego. Juan derives from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' while Diego is linked to Santiago, ultimately from the Hebrew Ya'aqov (James). Historically, Spanish compound names combining saints' names were not uncommon, but Juandiego is a modern invention, primarily used in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Where Juandiego is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Juan, Diego
Sibling names for Juandiego
Names that share Juandiego's style, for a brother or sister.
