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Lo

OriginSwedish short form of Lovisa or word name
Meaning"famous in battle; lynx"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · boysUnranked

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US rank · girlsUnranked

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About Lo

Popular in its native Sweden, Lo doubles up as a nickname for the classic Lovisa and as an animal inspired choice, translating literally to "lynx". Pronounced as LOO, it entered the Swedish Top 100 in 2020.

The name may also be used elsewhere however as pet form of Elodie, Eloise, Lauren, Lorena, Lorraine, Laura, Lorelei, Lola, and similar. In this case, it is more likely pronounced as LO.

Lo is also given to boys.

Pronounced LOO.

As of October 2026, Lo ranked #10190 in US births in 1997 SSA, peaked at #5848 in 1987.

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Lo for girls

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