What Does the Name Jo Mean
The name Jo comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Jo below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Jo Name Meaning
& m English, German, DutchShort form of JOAN (1), JOANNA, JOSEPHINE, or other names that begin with Jo. It is primarily masculine in German and Dutch, short for JOHANNES or JOSEF.
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