Gio
Boy name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Gio: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2022.
Gio is primarily an Italian short form of Giovanni, itself derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." Though rooted in Italy, it has gained popularity in Scotland as a crisp, modern standalone name. Famous bearers include Gio Ponti, the visionary 20th-century architect and designer who shaped modern Milan, and Gio Gonzalez, the American Major League Baseball pitcher known for his time with the Oakland Athletics and Washington Nationals. While no major places are named directly after these individuals, the name shares its etymological root with countless locations honouring Saint John—from San Giovanni in Italy to dozens of St John's across Scotland. A notable variant is the Georgian name Gio (გიო), a short form of Giorgi, offering a completely different cultural thread for those who
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20225 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7273 babies
- Total births
- 15since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y