Gao
girl nameGao entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #3253 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#3253
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6442 |
| 1990s | #5444 |
| 2000s | #13626 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Gao are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gao alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gao in 2025?
- Gao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gao most popular?
- Gao peaked in 1989, reaching #3253 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gao with classmates?
- Gao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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