The nameElyo

Elyo is a recent French boy's name that appeared in the 2010s.

Meaning

The meaning of Elyo is uncertain. It is often linked to Elio or to the Greek helios, "sun".

Origin

Uncertain. It is a recent creation.

History

The name has spread in France in the 2010s and 2020s.

Popularity of the name Elyo

Elyo in France

77thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (830 births)
4,985babies named Elyo in France since 1900
0415830 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Elyo was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 3,490 births over the decade, 70% of all recorded babies named Elyo. Its rise began around 2015, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Elyo in France were born before 2022, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 621 births a year on average, against 269 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Elyo mean?

The meaning of Elyo is uncertain. It is often linked to Elio or to the Greek helios, "sun".

What is the origin of the name Elyo?

Uncertain. It is a recent creation.

Is Elyo a girl's or a boy's name?

Elyo is a boy's name.