girl name · Japanese origin
Nao
/ NAH-oh /
Meaning
Nao means Honest, straight (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
NAH-oh
Popularity of Nao in the US, 1880–2025
Nao first appears in US records in 1980. It peaked in 1998, when 11 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Nao mean?
Nao is commonly written with a kanji meaning “honest,” “straight” or “true.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nao mean?
Nao means Honest, straight. Nao is commonly written with a kanji meaning “honest,” “straight” or “true.”
What is the origin of the name Nao?
Nao is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Nao?
Nao is pronounced “NAH-oh.”
Is Nao a boy or a girl name?
Nao is most commonly used as a girl name.
When was the name Nao most popular?
Nao was most popular in 1998, when about 11 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.