Lao
boy nameLao entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #5147 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#5147
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6260 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lao are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lao alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lao in 2025?
- Lao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lao most popular?
- Lao peaked in 1985, reaching #5147 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lao with classmates?
- Lao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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