"beautiful face, beautiful appearance"
Origin: Japanese
Language: English
Kaomi
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A Japanese name celebrating beauty and grace
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Meaning & Origin
"beautiful, lovely"
Origin: Japanese
Language: Japanese
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The Story of Kaomi
Kaomi is a Japanese name that can be written with characters meaning beautiful or good-looking (顔美, from kao meaning face and mi meaning beautiful), or may also be a Hawaiian-influenced variant. In Japanese naming tradition, the name carries aesthetic appreciation and is given to express hope for the beauty of the childs spirit and presence.
Kaomi is a relatively uncommon name even in Japan, giving it a distinctive, exotic quality that appeals to parents seeking something both culturally rooted and unique. In Western countries, it is starting to appear as parents discover Japanese names with flowing sounds.
Japanese names are often carefully chosen for their kanji characters and the meanings they convey. A name with mi meaning beautiful reflects the Japanese aesthetic tradition and the cultural value placed on beauty, harmony, and grace. Names ending in -mi are popular in Japan, including Naomi, Harumi, and Kasumi.
Historical Record
Kaomi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 205 babies have been named Kaomi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaomi is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,163 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Japanese names ending in -mi often carry meanings related to beauty, sea, or light
- Kaomi shares its -omi ending with the internationally known name Naomi, which also has Japanese roots
Kaomi in Other Languages
Japanese
かおみ
Japanese kanji
顔美
Popularity Over Time
#2,163
Current Rank
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,163
- Total SSA Count
- 88
- Cultural Origins
- Japanese Hawaiian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Kao
Omi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kaomi
What does the name Kaomi mean?
"beautiful face, beautiful appearance" (from Japanese). "beautiful, lovely" (from Japanese). Kaomi is a Japanese name that can be written with characters meaning beautiful or good-looking (顔美, from kao meaning face and mi meaning beautiful), or may also be a Hawaiian-influenced variant. In Japanese naming tradition, the name carries aesthetic appreciation and is given to express hope for the beauty of the childs spirit and presence.
What is the origin of the name Kaomi?
Kaomi has Japanese, Hawaiian, and American origins. In Japanese, it means "beautiful face, beautiful appearance". In Japanese, it means "beautiful, lovely".
Is Kaomi a boy or girl name?
Kaomi is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kaomi?
Kaomi is currently ranked #2163 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kaomi?
Common nicknames for Kaomi include Kao and Omi.
What are good middle names for Kaomi?
Popular middle name pairings include Kaomi Rose, Kaomi Lynn, Kaomi Mae, Kaomi Grace, and Kaomi Pearl.
What are good sibling names for Kaomi?
Names that pair well with Kaomi as siblings include Kenji, Sakura, Hana, Riku, and Yuki.
How many syllables does Kaomi have?
Kaomi has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Kaomi a common or rare name?
Kaomi is an uncommon name, ranked #2163 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Kaomi
Kaomi is a girl name with Japanese, Hawaiian, and American origins . The name means "beautiful face, beautiful appearance" in Japanese .
Kaomi is currently ranked #2,163 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kaomi has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Kaomi include Kao and Omi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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