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UnisexSouthern African (Shona, Sotho, Tswana and others)

Neo

The Setswana word for "gift", from the verb naya, "to give".

Meaning and origin

Neo is formed from the Setswana verb naya, "to give", turned into a short noun that names the thing given rather than the act itself.

How to pronounce Neo

English (US)NEH-oh /ˈnɛɔ/

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Drafted with the help of an AI model, then checked by a person. Last checked on 16 September 2026.

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