Thao
Pronunciation: [ th-OW ]
Thao is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,837 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Thao first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 1,040 babies have been named Thao in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thao is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,837 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,837
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Thao is also used as a boy name, ranked #26249.
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About the Name Thao
Thao is a girl name .
Is Thao a boy or girl name? Thao is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #60,837 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,249. Thao is more commonly used as a boy name.
Thao is currently ranked #60,837 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Thao include Thalia, Thais . 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