Jo

Girl's name

Jo is a diminutive form of the name Josephine, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yosef, meaning "God will increase."

Meaning God is gracious
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 33
Peak year 1954

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jo March - Fictional character in "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott.
  • Jo Frost - TV personality known as "Supernanny."
  • Jo Brand - British comedian and actress.
  • Jo Cox - British politician and activist.
  • Jo Harvelle - Fictional character in TV series "Supernatural."
  • Jo Joyner - British actress known for TV roles.
  • Jo Stanley - Australian radio and TV presenter.
  • Jo Swinson - British politician, former leader of the Liberal Democrats.
  • Jo Wood - British model and ex-wife of Ronnie Wood.
  • Jo Wyatt - Voice actress known for various animated series.

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Brothers for Jo

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