Polo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOH-loh / ˈpoʊloʊItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: small; Spanish: pole
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Polo has roots in both Italian and Spanish cultures. In Italy, it is often associated with the word for 'small' or 'little.' The name is also linked to the famous explorer Marco Polo, who was a significant figure in the history of exploration. In Spanish-speaking countries, the name can be derived from the word for 'pole,' which has various connotations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pol
- Pollo
International Variants
- Polo (Italian)
- Polo (Spanish)
Famous people named Polo
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Fictional characters named Polo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Polo was first seen in the United States in 1917. Polo has ranked as high as #1278 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Polo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Polo (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 10 |