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Kiyo

Girl name

Kiyo has been given to 132 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 1920.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

132

Peak year

1920 (13 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1914

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

81% girls / 19% boys

Spellings & variants

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

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kiyo.

Sibling name ideas for Kiyo

Same era and popularity as Kiyo, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Kiyo?

Kiyo has been given to 132 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Kiyo peak?

Kiyo peaked in 1920, when 13 babies were given the name.

Is Kiyo a girl or boy name?

Kiyo is primarily a girl name (81% of babies named Kiyo are girls).

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