Bu
Bu Meaning & Origin
About Bu
The surname Bu is of Chinese origin and has multiple meanings depending on the specific character used to write it. One common meaning is "not" or "without," suggesting a lack or absence of something. Another possible meaning is "step" or "pace," indicating movement or progress. Additionally, Bu can also refer to a place name or be used as a given name. The exact meaning of the surname Bu would require further context or knowledge of the specific character used.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Bu is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Bu: 989
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 25,102
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.34
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bu based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Bu is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Bu in Braille
Here's how to represent Bu in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Bu using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Bu using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
