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Bo

Bo is a unisex name of Old Norse origin, meaning To live" - unisex in the Netherlands.

  • GenderUnisex
  • OriginOld Norse
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#101

What does Bo mean?

To live" - unisex in the Netherlands

How popular is Bo?

Bo has been given to 12,435 babies in the United States since 1907, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 6,122 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Bo per year in the United States, 1907–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
12,435 Babies named since 1907
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Bo

What does the name Bo mean?

Bo means To live" - unisex in the Netherlands. It is of Old Norse origin.

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

Bo is used for both boys and girls.

How popular is the name Bo?

Bo has been given to 12,435 babies in the United States since 1907, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.