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Xolo

♂ Boy

Pronounced SHOH-loh /ˈʃoʊ.loʊ/Medium

Meaning: A short form tied to the Nahuatl Xolotl, an Aztec deity linked to lightning and the underworld, and to the Xoloitzcuintli, the ancient Mexican hairless dog. Used as a modern given name; the exact intent varies, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A Nahuatl-rooted name: Xolo ties to the deity Xolotl and the Xolo dog (said 'SHOH-loh'). Routes vary, which we note.
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Origin LowNahuatl
MeaningA short form tied to the Nahuatl Xolotl, an Aztec deity linked to lightning and the underworld, and to the Xoloitzcuintli, the ancient Mexican hairless dog. Used as a modern given name; the exact intent varies, which we note.
U.S. rank (2025)#8223 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 16

History & Origin

Xolo draws on Nahuatl Xolotl, an Aztec deity of lightning and the underworld, and on the Xoloitzcuintli, the ancient Mexican hairless dog. As a modern given name its precise intent varies between these, which we note respectfully. Actor Xolo Mariduena has raised its profile (said 'SHOH-loh').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. and reads as a distinctive Mexican-heritage pick. Rare, indigenous-rooted, and striking.

Did you know? Xolo connects to Nahuatl Xolotl — an Aztec deity — and to the Xoloitzcuintli, Mexico's ancient hairless dog; the exact intent behind the name varies, which we note (said 'SHOH-loh').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Xolo — Nahuatl Xolotl / Xoloitzcuintli dog; routes vary

Variations

XolotlSholo

Nicknames

XolLolo

Famous Bearers

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Xolo mean?

Xolo ties to Nahuatl Xolotl (an Aztec deity) and to the Xoloitzcuintli dog; the exact intent varies, which we note.

How do you pronounce Xolo?

It's said SHOH-loh /ˈʃoʊ.loʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first; the X sounds like sh.

Is Xolo a boy or girl name?

Xolo is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Xolo?

Xolo is a rare name in the U.S., raised in profile by actor Xolo Mariduena.

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