Bo vs Martin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

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24 High Risk

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Boy #308 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Bo Rank #452

Martin Rank #308

Martin is more popular, ranked #308 vs #452 for Bo.

Is Bo or Martin more popular?

Martin is more popular, ranked #308 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bo and Martin mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin).

Are Bo and Martin boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Martin is primarily a boy name.