| Meaning | lion |
| Origin | Italian, Latin |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 3 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Li-o |
This compact three-letter name carries an undeniable charm that feels both modern and timeless. It strikes a perfect balance between brevity and impact, making it memorable without being overly complicated. Parents drawn to Lio often appreciate its international appeal, as it sounds natural across multiple languages and cultures. The name has a sleek, contemporary edge that pairs well with both traditional and unconventional middle names. Its simplicity makes it easy for young children to spell and pronounce, eliminating potential frustrations during early learning years. Lio works beautifully in professional settings while maintaining a friendly, approachable quality in casual environments. The name feels energetic and forward-thinking, suggesting someone who is confident and comfortable in their own skin. It's short enough to stand alone powerfully, yet versatile enough to anchor longer surname combinations. For families seeking something distinctive without venturing into unfamiliar territory, Lio offers that sweet spot of recognition and individuality.
| Li |
| Leo |
| Lee |
| Lili |
| Lio Rush | American professional wrestler |
| Lio Petrocco | Italian actor |
| Lio Gavilanes | Ecuadorian footballer |
| Lio Neufeld | Canadian artist |
| Lio Kuokman | Hong Kong conductor |
| Lio Pellegrini | Italian musician |
| Lio D'Alamo | Italian footballer |
| Lio Montera | Filipino actor |
| Lio Ebrahimi | Iranian singer |
| Lio Qirjo | Albanian footballer |
| Lio Slama | French basketball player |
| Lio Hsiao | Taiwanese actor |
| Lio Ba | Tibetan poet |
| Lio D'Amico | Italian architect |
| Lio Kiefer | Swiss footballer |
| Lio Moscardini | Argentine rugby player |
| Lio Min | Chinese actor |
| Lio Kiki | Burundian musician |
| Lio Qereti | Albanian singer |
| Lio Vittorio | Italian journalist |
| Lio Convoy | Transformers character |
| Lio Fotia | Promare character |
| Lio Rushmore | The Incredibles character |
| Lio Boyd | Brave Police J-Decker character |
| Lio Chi Hui | Beyond the Boundary character |
| Lio Revoll | Beast Wars II character |
| Lio Misaki | Ai no Kusabi character |
| Lio Petrovich | Dogs - Bullets & Carnage character |
| Lio Kaiser | Choushinsei Flashman character |
| Lio Katana | Lio the Lioness character |
| Lio Tezcatlipoca | Gokukoku no Brynhildr character |
| Lio Kudou | Magical Girl Raising Project character |
| Lio Shirazumi | Kara no Kyōkai character |
| Lio de Galvan | Gatchaman Crowds character |
| Lio Steffensen | Gakuen Babysitters character |
| Lio Baskerville | Pandora Hearts character |
| Lio Fortia | Beastars character |
| Lio Miller | Megalo Box character |
| Lio Shirakiin | Inu x Boku SS character |