Girl Names Ending in O

A cool and breezy nature name with a stylish sound, used by Volkswagen for one of its cars.

Sprightly and engaging nickname for human, full name for pet. Author Jojo Moyes and dancer/singer Jojo Sliwa have propelled the name into the public eye.

Namiko is a feminine Japanese name combining 'nami' meaning 'wave' and 'ko' meaning 'child,' creating the beautiful meaning 'child of the waves' or 'wave child.' This traditional Japanese name evokes imagery of the ocean and carries connotations of fluidity, grace, and natural beauty. In Japanese naming customs, the suffix 'ko' was historically very common for girls' names, though this trend has decreased in recent decades. Namiko remains moderately popular in Japan and has gained some international recognition for its pleasant sound and meaningful etymology. The name appeals to parents of Japanese heritage preserving cultural connections as well as non-Japanese families drawn to its melodic quality and nature-based meaning. Its pronunciation (nah-mee-ko) flows smoothly in most languages.

Two similarly delicate names, Tamako and Tamaki, can be found in the Japanese community.

Strong Japanese unisex choice. Dragons are a symbol of power in Japan.

One of the most familiar and attractive Japanese names, though rarely heard outside that culture.

Halo is a glowing word name that's both cosmic and spiritual, and with its shiny imagery and bright sounds, it was one of the fasted rising names in 2023.

Dainty and doll-like.

Actress Rachel Griffiths made headlines when she chose this musical name for her son, but it's also the name of an Australian poet.

Dodo is one of the few names of the cute repeating-sounds genre that is not alas so cute, being a slang word for someone brainless as well as the name of the infamous extinct bird. Dot, Dottie, Dory, or Thea are all preferable.

Gio is a cute, more androgynous variation of Gia that could work well as a nickname for names such as Giovanna, Giordana, or Giorgia. It was chosen by Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo for their daughter in 2018.

Perky and attractive Japanese girl name, associated with actress Rinko Kikuchi and photographer Rinko Kawauchi.

Georgian feminine form of Ninos, which may come from the name of the ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh. Saint Nino introduced Christianity to Georgia in the 4th century.

Boo may have started out as a nickname for the male character Arthur "Boo" Radley in To Kill A Mockingbird and these days may be closely associated with another male Boo, the "world's cutest dog" or with the adorable little girl in Monsters, Inc.

ALLEGRA is a delicate ballet-dancer name; ALLEGRO, which means a fast-paced movement in music, is stronger and more vibrant.

Miko is a multicultural feminine name with rich and varied origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'beautiful child' or refer to a shrine maiden or female shaman. In Hungarian, it serves as a diminutive of Miklos (Nicholas). The name also appears in Finnish, Slavic, and Native American cultures with different connotations. With its pleasant, easy-to-pronounce sound and brief two-syllable structure, Miko has universal appeal across language barriers. While never extremely common in Western countries, the name has gained modest recognition through cultural exchange and globalization. Miko appeals to parents seeking a name that is simultaneously simple, distinctive, and rich in cultural significance. Its international nature gives it versatility while maintaining a gentle, feminine quality in many cultural contexts.

Commonly used in Japanese families.

The childhood name of the heroine of Memoirs of a Geisha is pretty and accessible. Chiyiko is a pet form.

Anglo parents are taking note of this Hispanic classic, thanks to actress Rosario Dawson and a character on Will & Grace. Poetic and powerful, it comes from the Spanish title of the Virgin Mary, Nuestra Señora del Rosario, or "Our Lady of the Rosary", Rosary referring to vocal and mental prayer in Catholicism, that reflect on the life of Christ and his Mother.

Unfamiliar Asian choice that can work for a parent in search of something really different.