Jo
GirlJo is a girl's name of English origin meaning "Short form of Josephine or Joanna, ultimately from Hebrew, meaning God will increase.". It is pronounced JOH. Today it is a popular name (popularity 97/100) and fading.
English origin · /JOH/ · cute
Meaning: Short form of Josephine or Joanna, ultimately from Hebrew, meaning God will increase.
Insights
Most popular in the 1950s.
Today, Jo is one of the most common baby names (popularity 97/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Jo
What does Jo mean?
Jo means "Short form of Josephine or Joanna, ultimately from Hebrew, meaning God will increase.". It is of English origin.
Is Jo a boy or girl name?
Jo is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Jo?
Jo is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 97/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.
How is Jo pronounced?
Jo is pronounced JOH.
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