Yao

Q: How popular is the name Yao?

Yao is ranked #37687 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ y-OW ]

Boy Name #37,687 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yao is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced y-OW.

Parents who love the name Yao often also consider Dleh, Cygnus, Aneas .

Popularity Over Time

#37,687

Current Rank

Peaked 1984 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #37,687
Total SSA Count: 5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yao

Is Yao a boy or girl name?

Yao is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Yao?

Yao is pronounced y-OW.

How popular is the name Yao?

Yao is currently ranked #37687 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Yao a common or rare name?

Yao is an uncommon name, ranked #37687 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yao

Yao is a boy name .

Yao is currently ranked #37,687 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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