Nao
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Nao first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 23 babies have been named Nao in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nao is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,015 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,015
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Also a Girl Name
Nao is also used as a girl name, ranked #46333.
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About the Name Nao
Nao is a boy name .
Is Nao a boy or girl name? Nao is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #15,015 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #46,333. Nao is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nao is currently ranked #15,015 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Nao include Naod . 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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