Kato
k(a)-to
US Popularity:5674
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Second of twins; Clever, intelligent, cunning; Clean, pure
Kato is a gender-neutral name of multiple origins. Kato has Greek roots meaning “clean” or “pure,” as well as Latin roots, meaning “clever,” “intelligent,” or “cunning.” One popular figure with a version of this name was Cato the Elder, who was the first person to write the history of Rome in Latin. Knowledge and wisdom will be right at baby’s fingertips when they join your family, and naming them Kato is sure to remind them that. Kato also has origins in Uganda and East Africa, where it means “second of twins.” If you are welcoming two new bundles of joy into your life, this will make a wonderful name for younger baby.
Kato Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kato is currently #3635 on The Bump
Boy:Kato is currently #2029 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kato is currently #5674 in U.S. births
Boy:Kato is currently #2624 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2624
in 2023
- 173
from 2022
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