Jo
JOH
Popularity
#4314
Letters
2
Syllables
1
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
180,866
Peak Year
#8,077 in 1954
First Recorded
1881
Style
Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A short form of names like Josephine or Joanna, meaning 'God will increase'.
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Jo Rowling
British author of the Harry Potter series.
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