Boe

Boe is a concise masculine name with multiple potential origins. In Scandinavian contexts, it may derive from Old Norse, meaning 'to live' or serving as a short form of names containing 'bo' like Bowen or Beauregard. In some cases, it may be an Anglicized spelling of the Vietnamese name Bô. The name's simplicity gives it a strong, modern feel despite its ancient roots. Boe's brevity makes it distinctive yet uncomplicated, appealing to parents seeking minimalist names that are easy to spell and pronounce. While uncommon in mainstream usage, this short, punchy name has seen occasional use throughout the English-speaking world, particularly appealing to those drawn to concise, single-syllable names with an outdoorsy, rugged quality.

Boe is also given to girls.

Pronounced BO.

As of October 2026, Boe ranked #3318 for boys in US births in 2025 and #15688 for girls in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #2005 for boys in 1982 and #13409 for girls in 2013.