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Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#452
Total SSA Count
692
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bo Rank #452
Garrett Rank #563

Bo is more popular, ranked #452 vs #563 for Garrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo or Garrett more popular?

Bo is more popular, ranked #452 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Bo and Garrett mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Bo and Garrett boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Garrett is primarily a boy name.

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