Jojo

The first name Jojo, for both girls and boys, has its roots in West Africa. Its direct translation is "the one born on a Monday."

What does the name Jojo mean?

Jojo is a first name that appears in both male and female forms and originates from West Africa. It translates to "the one born on a Monday." The name's origin lies in the Akan and Ewe languages, derived from the term dwo, which means "born on a Monday." Additionally, Jojo is often used as a diminutive for names that begin with "Jo-", such as Josef/Josefa or Johannes/Johanna. An alternative spelling is Yoyo.

Where does the name Jojo come from?

The name Jojo is commonly used for both women and men and has its roots in the Akan and Ewe languages. It means "the one born on a Monday." The word formation is based on the Akan and Ewe term dwo, which means "born on a Monday." The languages are African, German, and West African.

How do you pronounce Jojo?

Dschodschod

Popularity

In Germany, Jojo is considered a rare name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2020, reaching 4,158th place. In the last ten years, Jojo has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,958th. Worldwide, the popularity and frequency of Jojo vary.

Nicknames & pet names

Jo

Similar first names

Famous people

• Bartholomew (Bart) JoJo Simpson (Simpsons character)
• Jojo Moyes (author (novels: Me Before You, The Last Letter from Your Lover))
• JoJo Siwa (American singer, actress)