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The name Jo is a shortened form of the names Josephine or Joseph, and its origin is Hebrew. It means "God will increase", and historically, Jo has been predominantly used as a nickname or a shortened form of longer names. Jo can be used for either gender, but it is more commonly associated with females. The name has been popularized in literature and entertainment, including the classic novel "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott, in which one of the main characters is named Jo March.

The name Jo is popular in many parts of the world including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and Germany. It is also used as a nickname for names such as Josephine, Jolene, Joanna, and Jordan in various cultures.

There are many names that are similar to Jo, including those that sound alike or have similar meanings. Here are some examples:

• Josie
• Jolie
• Jocelyn
• Jorja
• Jobeth
• Joanne
• Josslyn
• Joy
• Johanna
• Joni
• Joelle
• Jovana
• Jolie-Anne
• June
• Juliana