Sao
Pronunciation: [ s-OW ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Sao first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 10 babies have been named Sao in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sao is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,627 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,627
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Sao
Sao is a boy name .
Sao is currently ranked #40,627 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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