Nao
Nao first appears in US records in 1980. It peaked in 1998, when 11 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Nao popular?
Declining Nao is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1998 peak.
| 2020s | 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10 | |
| 2000s | 30 | |
| 1990s | 29 | |
| 1980s | 21 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Nao mean?
Nao is commonly written with a kanji meaning “honest,” “straight” or “true.”
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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.
Is Nao a popular name right now?
Nao is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1998 peak.
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.
What names are similar to Nao?
Names similar to Nao include Sumire, Honoka, Riko, Kiku, Koharu.
What names go well with Nao?
Japanese names that pair well with Nao include Akira, Kenji, Emi, Ren, Nami.