Imo
Girl nameImo has been given to 908 babies in the U.S. since 1885. It peaked in 1922.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
908
Peak year
1922 (34 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1885
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
99% girls / 1% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Imo — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Imo.
FAQ
How popular is the name Imo?
Imo has been given to 908 babies in the U.S. since 1885. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Imo peak?
Imo peaked in 1922, when 34 babies were given the name.
Is Imo a girl or boy name?
Imo is primarily a girl name (99% of babies named Imo are girls).
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