Takao
Pronunciation: [ t-ahk-AH-oh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,372
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Old English origin
"carefree, unbound"
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Hebrew origin
"supplanter, one who grasps the heel"
#23,545 in US
Chinese origin
"forest, grove of trees"
#23,302 in US
English origin
"wine (joy) and peace combined"
#23,354 in US
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About the Name Takao
Takao is a boy name .
Takao is currently ranked #23,372 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Takao include Tak, Tay, Taie, and Takkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Takao include Takai, Takari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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