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Chao
“Surpass, elegant” — Chinese
BoyChinese1 syllable
About Chao
Chao appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Chao has Chinese origin. The name is commonly interpreted as "surpass, leap over."
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginChinese
PronunciationChao
Syllables1
Nicknames for Chao
Chao is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Chao is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
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Middle Name Ideas
- Chao James
- Chao Alexander
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chao mean?
Chao is commonly linked to the meaning Surpass, elegant and is associated with Chinese roots.
Is Chao a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Chao is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Chao pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Chao.