Ho Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHO / hoʊVietnamese; Chinese
Meaning
Vietnamese: river; Chinese: a surname
Historical & Cultural Background
In Vietnamese culture, 'Ho' can refer to a river, symbolizing life and continuity. In Chinese, 'Ho' is often a surname with various meanings depending on the characters used. The name is relatively common in both cultures, reflecting geographical and familial significance. It is also associated with notable historical figures in Vietnam.
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International Variants
- Hó (Chinese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ho was first seen in the United States in 1971. Ho has ranked as high as #1183 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ho has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ho (1999)
State | Births | Share |
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NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1971 | 5 |
1975 | 5 |
1977 | 5 |
1978 | 5 |
1979 | 7 |
1981 | 8 |
1982 | 7 |
1983 | 10 |
1984 | 8 |
1986 | 9 |
1987 | 9 |
1989 | 13 |
1990 | 8 |
1991 | 8 |
1992 | 7 |
1993 | 8 |
1999 | 7 |