Sho Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHO / ʃoʊJapanese; Chinese
Meaning
Japanese: 'to fly'; Chinese: 'victory'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japan, Sho is often used as a given name for boys and can be associated with various kanji characters that convey positive meanings. In Chinese culture, the name can signify success and triumph. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its simple yet strong phonetic quality. It is also used in various contexts, including traditional arts and modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
The name Sho has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shō
International Variants
- Shō (Japanese)
- Shu (Chinese)
Famous people named Sho
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Fictional characters named Sho
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sho was first seen in the United States in 1923. Sho has ranked as high as #1207 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Sho has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sho (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 9 |