Dionysios: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ee-ohnys-ee-ohs
Origin: Greece
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Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: A variant of the name of the Greek god Dionysos

Dionysios is a Greek personal name derived from the name of the Greek god Dionysos. It is a name steeped in history and mythology, reflecting the god's association with wine-festivity, and theater. The name has been used by notable figures throughout history, including two early tyrants of Syracuse and a 1st-century BC Greek rhetorician. The use of the name has remained relatively consistent over time, symbolizing the enduring influence of Greek mythology and culture.

Dionysios Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Dionysios is currently #29622 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Dionysios is currently #12535 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Dionysios is currently #14518 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Dionysios is currently #6187 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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