Boy Name · Latin/Greek Origin
Neo
Neo is a boy baby name of Latin/Greek origin, meaning "New". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Neo often also consider Noe.
Neo meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: New
Origin: Latin/Greek naming roots help connect Neo to related Latin/Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Neo as N·E·O, with 3 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Neo is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Neo variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Neoa, Neoe, Neoy.
- Nicknames: Neo works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Neo with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Neo middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Noe, Noa, Nia, Noah, Naya — full picks on the sibling names for Neo guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Neo? Browse our names like Neo guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Neo
What does the name Neo mean?
Neo means "New" and is of Latin/Greek origin.
What is the origin of Neo?
Neo originates in Latin/Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Neo?
Neo has 3 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Neo a boy's or girl's name?
Neo is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Neo in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Neo sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Neo?
Names that share Neo's sound and style include Noe, Noa, Nia, Noah, Naya.
What middle names pair well with Neo?
Good middle-name fits for Neo pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Neo is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Neo is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Neo?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Neo share its rhythm without rhyming — Noe, Noa, Nia all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.