Bo vs Reign

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
Reign Rank #433

Reign is more popular, ranked #433 vs #452 for Bo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bo ___

  • Bo James
  • Bo Alexander
  • Bo William
  • Bo Thomas
  • Bo Henry
  • Bo Samuel

Reign ___

  • Reign Marie
  • Reign Elizabeth
  • Reign Grace
  • Reign Victoria
  • Reign Jade
  • Reign Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bo

Max Leo Rex Fia Bea

If you choose Reign

Royal Legend Major North True

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo or Reign more popular?

Reign is more popular, ranked #433 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bo and Reign mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Reign means "rule, sovereignty" (English origin).

Are Bo and Reign boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Reign is primarily a girl name.

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