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Tom vs Kato

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tom or Kato more popular?

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

What do Tom and Kato mean?

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

Are Tom and Kato boy or girl names?

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

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