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Reo

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Lion King"

Reo occurs in Japanese naming with various kanji meanings and also as an Irish-influenced short form of names like Leo, with meanings dependent on origin.

Themes:shortcrossculturalunisexmodern

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

Popularity History of Reo

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#6092Ranked nationally
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.

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

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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

Reo Nicknames

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

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rie
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reoie
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Baby Name Lists That Include Reo

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Reo mean?
Reo means "Lion King". Reo occurs in Japanese naming with various kanji meanings and also as an Irish-influenced short form of names like Leo,
What is the origin of Reo?
Reo is of Japanese origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Reo?
According to the latest SSA data, Reo is currently ranked #6092 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 Reo a boy name?
Reo 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 Reo?
Popular nicknames for Reo include re, reoy, ro, ry, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Reo?
There are many names similar to Reo in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginJapanese, Irish
Syllables1
Length3 letters
US Rank#6092
Trend→ Stable
Starts withR

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Reo has Japanese roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Japanese baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

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Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Reo pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Reo beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

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