Peak popularity
1989
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady
Holding steady.
Popularity of Ho since 1971
Babies named Ho per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 64 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ho is an uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1971. It has never ranked nationally, and its use has remained stable over decades. The peak year for births with this name was 1989, but it remains a rare choice. While similar to the surname Ho, its usage as a first name is mostly modern and sporadic.
Ho may be a diminutive of names like Hobert or a phonetic variant of Hu. Its use is sporadic and modern, with no deep historical roots in naming traditions.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Hoe
Sibling names for Ho
Names that share Ho's style, for a brother or sister.
