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Kato vs Tom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kato

Boy #2,796 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"second of twins"

Origin: Luganda

Cultural Roots

Ugandan Ganda Japanese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,796
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kato Rank #2,796
Tom Rank #2,829

Kato is more popular, ranked #2796 vs #2829 for Tom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kato or Tom more popular?

Kato is more popular, ranked #2796 compared to Tom at #2829 in the United States.

What do Kato and Tom mean?

Kato means "second of twins" (Luganda origin). Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin).

Are Kato and Tom boy or girl names?

Kato is primarily a boy name. Tom is primarily a boy name.

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