Holding steady.
Popularity of Sulo since 1911
Babies named Sulo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 151 |
| 1920s | 69 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sulo is a Finnish masculine name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1911, according to Social Security data. It saw its peak usage in 1915, after which its frequency steadily declined. The name has remained consistently rare, with a stable trajectory and negligible recent usage. It was never recorded in any U.S. state's top ranks, reflecting its niche appeal. Sulo is likely a variant of Sulho, meaning 'betrothed', though some etymologists also connect it to the Finnish word 'sula' for 'graceful'. Its old-world charm and succinct sound make it a distinctive choice for those drawn to Nordic heritage.
Sulo is a Finnish male name that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It may be a short form of Sulho, derived from the Finnish word 'sulho' meaning 'betrothed' or 'bridegroom'. Alternatively, it could be connected to 'sula', meaning 'graceful' or 'melting'. The name gained modest popularity in Finland in the 1910s, with a peak in 1915, but has since fallen out of common use.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Sulho
Sibling names for Sulo
Names that share Sulo's style, for a brother or sister.
