Boys name · Illinois
Diego in Illinois
In 2025, 88 babies born in Illinois were named Diego, making it the #132 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1969, add up to 6,161.
Popularity over time
Diego in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 7 | #682 |
| 1980 | 7 | #754 |
| 1988 | 29 | #334 |
| 1995 | 71 | #201 |
| 2003 | 290 | #68 |
| 2010 | 248 | #66 |
| 2018 | 112 | #130 |
| 2025 | 88 | #132 |
No year in Illinois had more Diego births than 2007, when 486 were born. Diego's highest rank in Illinois was #29, set in 2007.
Rank swung between #29 (2007) and #901 (1977) in Illinois, from #682 in 1969 to #132 in 2025.
Nationally, Diego's strongest state was New Mexico, where it hit #7 in 2006. See Diego in every state →
How popular is Diego in Illinois?
In 2025, 88 babies born in Illinois were named Diego, making it the #132 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1969, add up to 6,161.
How many babies are named Diego in Illinois?
Illinois recorded 88 births of babies named Diego in 2025.
What is the rank of Diego in Illinois?
Diego ranked #132 among boys names in Illinois in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.