Jo
girl name#3975 in 2025Jo entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #51 in 1947, ranks #3975 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#3975
rank today
#51
peak (1947)
36
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #823 |
| 1890s | #852 |
| 1900s | #646 |
| 1910s | #561 |
| 1920s | #286 |
| 1930s | #88 |
| 1940s | #61 |
| 1950s | #71 |
| 1960s | #189 |
| 1970s | #409 |
| 1980s | #946 |
| 1990s | #2281 |
| 2000s | #5807 |
| 2010s | #6539 |
| 2020s | #3871 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jo has been most popular in TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 119,000 people named Jo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jo alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jo in 2025?
- Jo ranks #3975 among US girl names in 2025, with 36 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jo most popular?
- Jo peaked in 1947, reaching #51 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jo with classmates?
- Jo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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