Kou
Kou is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,201 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kou first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 33 babies have been named Kou in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kou is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,201 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,201
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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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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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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Also a Boy Name
Kou is also used as a boy name, ranked #26289.
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About the Name Kou
Kou is a girl name .
Is Kou a boy or girl name? Kou is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #46,201 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,289. Kou is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kou is currently ranked #46,201 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kou include Kourtney, Kouvr . 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