Martin vs Bo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Martin

Boy #308 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

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24 High Risk

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Martin Rank #308

Bo Rank #452

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

Is Martin or Bo more popular?

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

What do Martin and Bo mean?

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

Are Martin and Bo boy or girl names?

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