Bao
Meaning: To live or precious
Origin: Scandinavian/Chinese
Gender: Boy
Rank in Canada: #3508
Total births: 11
History: From the Vietnamese meaning treasure. Bao has been popular in Ontario reflecting Canada's Vietnamese community.
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| Current rank (2010) | #1322 |
| Babies named Bao in 2010 | 5 |
| Total recorded in Canada | 11 |
| Peak year | 1996 (6 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #863 |
| Years in records | 1996–2010 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Bao
What does the name Bao mean?
Bao means “To live or precious” from Scandinavian/Chinese roots.
What is the origin of the name Bao?
Bao has Scandinavian/Chinese origin. The traditional meaning is “To live or precious”.
How popular is Bao in Canada?
Bao ranked #1322 in Canada in 2010 — given to 5 babies that year.
Is Bao a boy or girl name?
Bao is predominantly a boys' name in Canada — over 90% of Baos in registered births are male.