Neo
boy name#1064 in 2025Neo entered the US charts in 1990, peaked at #947 in 2022, ranks #1064 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1990–2025
#1064
rank today
#947
peak (2022)
204
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #5698 |
| 2000s | #1616 |
| 2010s | #1774 |
| 2020s | #1004 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Neo has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Neo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Neo is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Neo in 2025?
- Neo ranks #1064 among US boy names in 2025, with 204 babies given the name.
- When was the name Neo most popular?
- Neo peaked in 2022, reaching #947 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Neo with classmates?
- Neo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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