BO

Meaning

Dwelling or wave (Scandinavian); precious or thin (Chinese).

Etymology

In Scandinavian languages, derived from Old Norse 'búa' meaning 'to dwell'. In Chinese, it can derive from characters meaning 'precious' (寶) or other meanings depending on the written form.

About the Name BO

Bo is a short, simple name used across multiple cultures with distinct etymologies. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries as both a given name and nickname.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named BO