Kaoru
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kaoru first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 17 babies have been named Kaoru in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaoru is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,195 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,195
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Kaoru is also used as a boy name, ranked #18424.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kaoru
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About the Name Kaoru
Kaoru is a girl name .
Is Kaoru a boy or girl name? Kaoru is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #38,195 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #18,424. Kaoru is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kaoru is currently ranked #38,195 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kaoru include Kao, Kay, and Kaoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kaoru include Kaori . 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