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Name
Immo
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

Immo is a male first name that means 'the Great' or 'the All-Encompassing'. This name has its roots in Frisian and originates from Germanic.

What does the name Immo mean?

The first name Immo has the meanings 'the Great' or 'the All-Encompassing'. It is one of the traditional Frisian names and has a direct variant, Imo. The name is derived from the terms ermana or irmina, both of which mean 'great' or 'all-encompassing'. Additionally, Immo serves as an independent short form of names that begin with 'Irm-' or, in an intensified form, with 'Irmen-'. Examples include Irmfried and Irmo. Female variants include Irmgard, Irmtraud, and Irma.

Where does the name Immo come from?

Immo is a male first name of Old High German and Germanic origin, meaning 'the Great' or 'the All-Encompassing'. The name is composed of the Old High German and Germanic words irmina and ermana, which stand for 'great' or 'all-encompassing'. The languages in which the name appears are Frisian and East Frisian.

How do you pronounce Immo?

The pronunciation of Immo is two syllables and is rendered as 'Im-mo' [ˈɪmo]. The bright I sound at the beginning is compact and direct, while the double -mm- in the middle gives the name a noticeable density and substance. The open -o at the end provides a soft, rounded sound. Immo thus appears Nordic and down-to-earth - it radiates calmness and objectivity and leaves a friendly resonance.

When is the name day of Immo?

Immo celebrates his name day on September 25.

Popularity

In Germany, Immo is a rather rare first name. The name currently ranks 5,840th in the list of the most popular male first names. Its best placement was in 2017, when it reached 1,729th place. In the last ten years, Immo has been chosen as a first name about 60 times, placing it 3,170th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,390th.

Nicknames & pet names

Imme / Immel / Immelmann / Immoli / Imms / Limmo / Ommi

Famous people

  • Frank-Immo Zichner (pianist from Germany)
  • Immo Appenzeller (astronomer from Germany)
  • Immo Eberl (German historian)
  • Immo Karaman (German theater director)
  • Immo Rittmeyer (German racing cyclist)
  • Immo Stelzer (German football player)
  • Immo von Schnurbein (captain of the 'Gorch Fock')

Frequently asked questions about the name Immo

What does the name Immo mean?

The name Immo means 'the Great' or 'the All-Encompassing' and has its roots in Old High German and Germanic.

Which genders are associated with the name Immo?

Immo is a traditional boy's name, particularly common in Frisian and East Frisian regions.

Are there suitable nicknames for Immo?

Suitable nicknames for Immo include Imme, Immel, Immoli, and Ommi.

How is the name Immo pronounced?

The name Immo is generally pronounced as 'Im-mo', with the emphasis on the first syllable.

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