Iolo
Fact sheet
- Name
- Iolo
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Iolo, which is of the male gender, represents a shortened form of the name Iorwerth. It is often translated as 'the virtue of the lord' or more freely as 'the handsome prince' or 'the handsome lord'.
What does the name Iolo mean?
Iolo is a masculine first name that is regarded as a short form of Iorwerth. Its meaning can be interpreted as 'the virtue of the lord', while it can also be freely understood as 'the handsome prince' or 'the handsome lord'. The name has its roots in Old Welsh and is composed of the elements iôr, meaning 'lord' or 'prince', and werzh, gwerth or werth, meaning 'valuable', 'precious' or 'handsome'.
Where does the name Iolo come from?
Iolo is a masculine first name that originates from Old Welsh and carries the meaning 'the handsome prince'. The etymology is based on the Old Testament composition of iôr for 'lord' or 'prince' and werzh, gwerth or werth for 'valuable', 'precious' or 'handsome'. The language of origin is Welsh.
How do you pronounce Iolo?
Iolo is pronounced approximately like 'Jo-lo'.
Popularity
In Germany, Iolo is a rather rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd on the list of the most common male baby names. In the last ten years, Iolo has been given less than ten times, placing it at 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 9,767th. The global popularity and frequency of Iolo can be tracked in the rankings of various countries.
Famous people
- Iolo Ceredig Jones (British chess player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Iolo
Where does the name Iolo come from?
Iolo is a masculine first name with Welsh roots that goes back to the Old Welsh language.
What does the name Iolo mean?
The meaning of Iolo can be interpreted as 'the virtue of the lord', with 'the handsome prince' or 'the handsome lord' also being possible.
How popular is the name Iolo?
Iolo is traditionally known in Wales but has a lower prevalence outside the country, making it a rather unique name.