Kao
boy name#8910 in 2025Kao entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #1520 in 1981, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
#8910
rank today
#1520
peak (1981)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #2355 |
| 1990s | #4344 |
| 2000s | #11444 |
| 2010s | #9340 |
| 2020s | #11057 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Kao are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kao alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kao in 2025?
- Kao ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kao most popular?
- Kao peaked in 1981, reaching #1520 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kao with classmates?
- Kao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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