Ko
Pronunciation: [ k-OH ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Ko first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 10 babies have been named Ko in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ko is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #56,420 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #56,420
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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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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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Ko is also used as a boy name, ranked #20945.
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About the Name Ko
Ko is a girl name .
Is Ko a boy or girl name? Ko is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #56,420 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,945. Ko is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ko is currently ranked #56,420 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Ko include Kora, Kori, Korra, Kodi, Kollyns . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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