Holding steady.
Popularity of Imo since 1885
Babies named Imo per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1922, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Imo's real moment was 1885.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 31 |
| 1890s | 77 |
| 1900s | 75 |
| 1910s | 156 |
| 1920s | 286 |
| 1930s | 191 |
| 1940s | 68 |
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Imo is a name that appears in historical records but never gained traction. Its first recorded year is 1885, which also marks its peak year. The name has a stable trajectory with no resurgence in modern times. Although it did not appear in any top states, its rarity makes it a curiosity. Imo is an example of a 19th-century name that faded from the landscape, leaving little trace in the present day.
Imo is a rare given name of uncertain etymology. It may have originated as a diminutive or nickname for names such as Imogen or Immanuel, or as a variant of the name Ima, which itself has multiple possible roots. The name appeared sporadically in the late 19th and early 20th centuries but never achieved widespread use.
Sibling names for Imo
Names that share Imo's style, for a brother or sister.
