Boy Name · Greek Origin
Elio
Elio is a boy baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Sun". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Elio often also consider Eloy.
Elio meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Sun
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Elio to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Elio as E·L·I·O, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Elio is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Elio variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Elioa, Elioe, Elioy.
- Nicknames: Elio works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Elio with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Elio middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Eloy, Elie, Elia, Ellie, Eli — full picks on the sibling names for Elio guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Elio? Browse our names like Elio guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Elio
What does the name Elio mean?
Elio means "Sun" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Elio?
Elio originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Elio?
Elio has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Elio a boy's or girl's name?
Elio is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Elio in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Elio sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Elio?
Names that share Elio's sound and style include Eloy, Elie, Elia, Ellie, Eli.
What middle names pair well with Elio?
Good middle-name fits for Elio pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Elio is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Elio is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Elio?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Elio share its rhythm without rhyming — Eloy, Elie, Elia all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.