Dionisio
Dionisio is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Devoted to Dionysus; belonging to the god of wine and revelry.
Origin and history
Dionisio is the Spanish and Italian form of the Ancient Greek name Dionysios, derived from the name of Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and theater. It has a long history of traditional use in Mediterranean cultures and brought over to the United States. In recent years, it remains a rare choice in the U.S., given to a small number of boys annually.
Popularity in the United States
1,194 babies in the United States have been named Dionisio since 1880. It ranks #3502 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1865.
States where it is most popular
- TX (43.5 %)
- CA (27.2 %)
- NY (27.2 %)
- NJ (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 46 |
| 1920-1930 | 84 |
| 1930-1940 | 58 |
| 1940-1950 | 53 |
| 1950-1960 | 94 |
| 1960-1970 | 128 |
| 1970-1980 | 155 |
| 1980-1990 | 123 |
| 1990-2000 | 154 |
| 2000-2010 | 133 |
| 2010-2019 | 104 |
| 2020-2029 | 62 |
Famous people named Dionisio
- Dionisio Anzilotti: Jurist, Judge
Nicknames
Dio, Nicho
Fun facts
- The name directly connects to Dionysus, the ancient Greek deity associated with celebration, agriculture, and theater.
- Several early Christian saints bore variants of this name, spreading its popularity across Europe during the Middle Ages.