Stoyo

Stoyo is a masculine given name used in Bulgaria and among Bulgarian-speaking communities, and less commonly it may appear as a surname. In Bulgarian naming practice, Stoyo often functions as a standalone given name but can also be a diminutive or nickname for longer names such as Stoyan or Stoyko. The form Stoyo represents a common Latin transliteration of the name, with variations that arise from different transliteration conventions in other languages.

Etymology and meaning are linked to Slavic roots associated with standing or endurance, a feature shared by several names in the region. While the exact interpretation can differ by tradition, the name generally conveys notions of steadiness or resilience.

Geographic distribution and usage are concentrated in Bulgaria and among Bulgarian diaspora communities. The name appears in official records, media, and personal naming within those contexts, and, through migration, can be found in transliterated forms in Europe and North America.

Related names in the same naming family include Stoyan, Stoyko, and Stoycho, from which Stoyo may be derived or to which it is closely connected in usage. The form is established in contemporary Bulgarian and Slavic naming practices, reflecting both cultural heritage and modern naming trends.