Cheo is a distinctive given name of uncertain origin, although it's believed to have been brought to Europe by African slaves and sailors during the Age of Exploration. It gained some popularity in Spain during the 16th century but has since become quite rare, making it a unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet captivating name for their child.
The name Cheo has seen varying popularity over the years, with a peak of 12 births in 1974 and several periods of lower popularity, such as between 1988 and 2021 where it consistently had 5 births per year. Overall, there have been 113 babies named Cheo since 1972.