Jo
boy name#8910 in 2025Jo entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1123 in 1935, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
#8910
rank today
#1123
peak (1935)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2424 |
| 1920s | #2102 |
| 1930s | #1306 |
| 1940s | #1353 |
| 1950s | #1447 |
| 1960s | #1911 |
| 1970s | #2453 |
| 1980s | #3514 |
| 1990s | #6858 |
| 2000s | #7272 |
| 2010s | #9547 |
| 2020s | #8290 |
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Jo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jo alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 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 #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jo most popular?
- Jo peaked in 1935, reaching #1123 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jo with classmates?
- Jo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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