Kiyo
Kiyo is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,718 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kiyo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 10 babies have been named Kiyo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kiyo is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,718 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,718
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Kiyo is also used as a boy name, ranked #14897.
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About the Name Kiyo
Kiyo is a girl name .
Is Kiyo a boy or girl name? Kiyo is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #69,718 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,897. Kiyo is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kiyo is currently ranked #69,718 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kiyo include Kiyomi, Kiya, Kiyah, Kiyana . 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