To live or dwell
Derived from the Old Norse nickname 'Búi', meaning 'to live' or 'to dwell'. In Chinese contexts, it can mean 'precious' or 'wave' depending on the characters used, but in the West, it is primarily seen as a Scandinavian diminutive or a short form of names like Beaufort or Robert.
About 698 boys were named Bo in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Heisman Trophy winner and dual-sport professional athlete
Comedian, filmmaker, and singer-songwriter
American actor and director
One of the main protagonists of the TV series · The Dukes of Hazzard
Legendary University of Michigan football coach
Swedish-born American actor
The same feel as Bo — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
