Lao
Pronunciation: [ l-OW ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Lao first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 32 babies have been named Lao in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lao is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,564 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,564
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Lao
Lao is a boy name .
Lao is currently ranked #30,564 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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