Cato
c(a)-to
US Popularity:9689
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Wise; Pure, clean; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Cato is a gender-neutral name of Latin origin, meaning “wise.” Conjuring up imagery of an omnipresent figure with deep-thinking capabilities, Cato is also rooted in Ancient Rome. The name shares its title with Marcus Porcius Cato, also known as “Cato the Elder.” The iconic figure was a soldier, senator, and historian who remains one of the most influential people in Roman history. Cato also has links to the Greek classic Katherine, which can signify “clean,” “pure,” “each of the two,” and “my consecration of your name.” The name Cato has also appeared in Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar and as a character in The Hunger Games, which adds contemporary appeal to the antique title. A name of profound significance and etymology, Cato is a clever choice for your bright little one.
Cato Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Cato is currently #3144 on The Bump
Boy:Cato is currently #1766 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Cato is currently #2125 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Cato is currently #9689 in U.S. births
Boy:Cato is currently #4601 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2023
No change
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Cato
Name Doctor, Cato (1)
Behind the Name, Cato (1), December 2022
Behind the Name, Cato (2), January 2019
Behind the Name, Catherine, May 2020
Britannica, Marcus Porcius Cato, Roman statesman [234-149 BCE], February 2024
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