Ayo
UnisexAyo has been given to 234 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It peaked in 2021.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
234
Peak year
2021 (17 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1972
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
34% girls / 66% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ayo — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ayo.
Sibling name ideas for Ayo
Same era and popularity as Ayo, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ayo?
Ayo has been given to 234 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ayo peak?
Ayo peaked in 2021, when 17 babies were given the name.
Is Ayo a girl or boy name?
Ayo is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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