Bo vs Miller

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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Miller

Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#439
Total SSA Count
721
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bo Rank #452
Miller Rank #439

Miller is more popular, ranked #439 vs #452 for Bo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo or Miller more popular?

Miller is more popular, ranked #439 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bo and Miller mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin).

Are Bo and Miller boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Miller is primarily a boy name.

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