Kao
Pronunciation: [ k-OW ]
Kao is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,583 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kao first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 244 babies have been named Kao in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kao is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,583 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,583
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Kao is also used as a boy name, ranked #26042.
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About the Name Kao
Kao is a girl name .
Is Kao a boy or girl name? Kao is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #33,583 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,042. Kao is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kao is currently ranked #33,583 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kao include Kaomi, Kaori, Kaoir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis