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Bobo Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationBOH-boh / /ˈboʊ.boʊ/

Spanish; African; English

Meaning

Spanish: 'fool'; African: 'to be born' (from Bobo in some cultures); English: diminutive form of Robert

Historical & Cultural Background

Bobo is a name with various cultural associations. In Spanish-speaking countries, it can be used informally to refer to someone as silly or foolish. In some African cultures, it is a name that signifies birth or new beginnings. The name has also been used in English-speaking contexts as a playful or affectionate nickname.

Trend Summary

The name Bobo has seen limited popularity in the U.S. and is often used more as a nickname.

Similar Names

BaxterBlaiseBeauBoazBodhiBruno

Variants

  • Bobby
  • Bobs

International Variants

  • Bobo (Spanish)
  • Bobo (African)

Famous people named Bobo

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Fictional characters named Bobo

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Sibling Suggestions

BennyBobbyBillyBlaineBrock

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Bobo was first seen in the United States in 1935. Bobo has ranked as high as #836 nationally, which occurred in 1935, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bobo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Bobo

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19355