Kairo

Q: What is the origin of Kairo?

Kairo is of Arabic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Kairo a boy name?

Kairo is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"The Victorious"

Commonly linked to Cairo, from Arabic al-Qahirah, and used as a modern given name with place-derived prestige.

Themes:cairotoponymarabic

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Kairo

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#238Top 500

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

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Kairo did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kairo Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kairo.

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kaiy

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kair

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kie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kairo mean?

Kairo means "The Victorious". Commonly linked to Cairo, from Arabic al-Qahirah, and used as a modern given name with place-derived prestige.

What is the origin of Kairo?

Kairo is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kairo?

According to the latest SSA data, Kairo is currently ranked #238 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kairo a boy name?

Kairo is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kairo?

Popular nicknames for Kairo include kaiy, kair, kie, ky, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kairo?

There are many names similar to Kairo in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, English

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#238

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Ali Cairo Ibrahim Khalil Malik

Sisters

Aniyah Aisha Amina Alayah Amirah

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