Dao
boy nameDao entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #2787 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#2787
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4214 |
| 1990s | #6519 |
| 2000s | #10098 |
| 2010s | #12156 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Dao are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dao alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dao in 2025?
- Dao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dao most popular?
- Dao peaked in 1983, reaching #2787 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dao with classmates?
- Dao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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