Sadao
boy nameSadao entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1605 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#1605
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2467 |
| 1920s | #2302 |
| 1930s | #2682 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sadao are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sadao alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sadao in 2025?
- Sadao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sadao most popular?
- Sadao peaked in 1926, reaching #1605 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sadao with classmates?
- Sadao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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