Bo
boh
Popularity
#6958
Letters
2
Syllables
1
Origin
Swedish
Total Births
15,116
Peak Year
#708 in 2024
First Recorded
1907
Style
Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Bo can be a short form of several names. It is associated with Swedish word for 'to live' and from the Chinese meaning "precious."
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Bo Derek
American actress and model
Bo Jackson
Former American professional athlete
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