Diogo

Diogo is a masculine given name widely used in Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly Portugal and Brazil. It is the Portuguese form of Diego, a name historically derived from the Latin Didacus and associated with Saint Didacus (also known as San Diego de Alcalá). The exact meaning of Didacus is uncertain, but the name Diego/Diogo has a long-standing presence in Iberian and Latin American cultures, reflecting medieval and early modern Christian influences.

In contemporary usage, Diogo remains a common first name in Portugal and among Portuguese-speaking communities abroad. It is typically given at birth and used in both formal and informal settings, with regional or familial variations in nicknames and diminutives.

Notable people with the name include Diogo Morgado, a Portuguese actor known for international film and television work; Diogo Jota, a Portuguese professional footballer who has played for major European clubs; Diogo Dalot, another Portuguese footballer; and Diogo Costa, a Portuguese international goalkeeper. The name also appears across a range of fields in Lusophone societies and continues to be a prominent choice in contemporary Portuguese-speaking cultures.