Zao
Boy nameZao has been given to 32 babies in the U.S. since 2009. It peaked in 2011.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
32
Peak year
2011 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2009
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zao — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zao.
Sibling name ideas for Zao
Same era and popularity as Zao, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zao?
Zao has been given to 32 babies in the U.S. since 2009. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zao peak?
Zao peaked in 2011, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Zao a girl or boy name?
Zao is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Zao are boys).
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