Nao
boy nameNao entered the US charts in 2001, peaked at #9763 in 2023, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2001–2025
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rank today
#9763
peak (2023)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10725 |
| 2010s | #10760 |
| 2020s | #9763 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nao are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nao is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nao in 2025?
- Nao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nao most popular?
- Nao peaked in 2023, reaching #9763 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nao with classmates?
- Nao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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