The nameLio
Lio is a short name given to both girls and boys.
- Unisex name
- French
Meaning
A short form of names such as Lionel, Liona or Léonie. Lio is also the stage name of a Belgian singer known for Banana split (1979).
Origin
French, as a short form.
History
In France it is at its highest in the 2020s.
Popularity of the name Lio
Lio in France
Lio was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 300 births over the decade, 55% of all recorded babies named Lio. Its rise began around 2004, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Lio in France were born before 2021, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 56 births a year on average, against 15 in the five years before.
Lio in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lio mean?
A short form of names such as Lionel, Liona or Léonie. Lio is also the stage name of a Belgian singer known for Banana split (1979).
What is the origin of the name Lio?
French, as a short form.
Is Lio a girl's or a boy's name?
Lio is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.