Noah Blackwell

By Noah Blackwell
Modern Naming Trends Expert

Updated on September 04, 2024

Cho

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: Korean

Meaning: Second; Beginning; Candle; Eminent outstanding; Sweet

Cho is a surname and gender-neutral given name of Chinese, Korean, and Burmese origin. In Korea, Cho is a royal family surname. More commonly spelled Jo, it means “second”, “beginning”, or “candle.” In China, Cho is a romanization of the surname Zhuo, which means “eminent outstanding.” Cho is usually found as a surname in these countries, but it’s used as a gender-neutral given name in Burma, where it means “sweet.” With positive meanings in multiple languages, this name is sure to help baby make friends wherever they go!

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