Bao

Unisex

Bao has been given to 1,430 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It peaked in 1990.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,430

Peak year

1990 (72 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1976

10-year trend

▼ -55%

Gender split

41% girls / 59% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Bao — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Boboy

15,849 babies since 1907

Bayunisex

727 babies since 1916

Kaounisex

719 babies since 1980

Haoboy

454 babies since 1976

Taoboy

443 babies since 1970

Gaogirl

375 babies since 1980

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Marrissagirl

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Teneshagirl

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Nidagirl

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Charmaynegirl

1,416 babies since 1928

Terahgirl

1,416 babies since 1955

Brittenygirl

1,450 babies since 1974

FAQ

How popular is the name Bao?

Bao has been given to 1,430 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Bao peak?

Bao peaked in 1990, when 72 babies were given the name.

Is Bao a girl or boy name?

Bao is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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