Koto
Pronunciation: [ k-OHT-oh ]
Koto is a girl baby name. Ranked #41,607 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Koto first appeared in US Social Security records in 2017.
Over 10 babies have been named Koto in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Koto is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #41,607 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #41,607
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Koto
Koto is a girl name .
Koto is currently ranked #41,607 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis