Neo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-oh / /ˈniː.oʊ/Greek; Latin; English
Meaning
Greek: new; Latin: gift; English: new
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek, 'Neo' translates to 'new' and is often associated with renewal or rebirth. In Latin, it can mean 'gift', reflecting a sense of value or blessing. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking cultures, often influenced by popular culture.
Trend Summary
The name Neo has seen a rise in usage, particularly influenced by popular culture.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Neos
- Neon
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Néo (French)
Famous people named Neo
Neo — character in 'The Matrix'.
Neo — stage name of rapper 'Neo'.
Fictional characters named Neo
Neo — 'The Matrix'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Neo was first seen in the United States in 1990. Neo has ranked as high as #1153 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Neo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Neo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 46 | |
| TX | 23 | |
| NY | 17 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| MN | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| WI | 5 | |
| UT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 116 |
| 2001 | 111 |
| 2002 | 66 |
| 2003 | 84 |
| 2004 | 108 |
| 2005 | 80 |
| 2006 | 103 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 78 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 78 |
| 2012 | 69 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 93 |
| 2015 | 81 |
| 2016 | 100 |
| 2017 | 84 |
| 2018 | 144 |
| 2019 | 122 |
| 2020 | 180 |
| 2021 | 227 |
| 2022 | 240 |
| 2023 | 226 |
| 2024 | 232 |