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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Treasure
- Origin
- Chinese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BOW
Bao is a boy's name of Chinese origin that means "treasure." It's pronounced BOW, like the front of a ship, and it has a clean, modern, worldly feel that works across languages and settings.
Meaning & Origin of Bao
Meaning: Treasure.
Origin: Chinese.
How to Pronounce Bao
BOWIPA /ˈbaʊ/
Popularity of Bao
Bao has never been a common pick in the U.S. It peaked at #1926 in 1986 with 31 babies, and by 2024 it sat at #6487 with 13 babies, so a boy named Bao is unlikely to share a classroom with another one.
Names Like Bao
These names share Bao’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Bao mean?
Treasure.
How do you pronounce Bao?
Bao is pronounced BOW (IPA: /ˈbaʊ/).
Is Bao a popular name right now?
Bao peaked at #1926 in 1986 and is ranked #6487 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1976–2024.)
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