Ho
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ho: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1988.
Ho is a name with deep roots in Vietnamese and Chinese culture. In Vietnamese, Hồ is a surname meaning "lake" or "river," and also refers to the Huế region. While historically rare as a first name in Scotland, it emerged as a given name to honour the revered Vietnamese leader Hồ Chí Minh, founder of modern Vietnam. The name gained broader exposure through musician Ho Khar Heong, a Malaysian-Chinese composer and dancer. There are no direct Scottish place connections, though the phonetic similarity to "hoe" (a gardening tool) is a minor curiosity. In the Scottish context, Ho remains an uncommon but meaningful choice, often reflecting a family's heritage or admiration for Vietnamese culture. The name's simplicity and cross-cultural significance make it a distinctive option for parents seeking a short, globally resonant name.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19883 babies
- Latest (1988)
- #3373 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1988
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y