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Current rank (2025)#5608
Babies named Tao in 202516
Total recorded443
Peak year2021 (20 babies)
Highest rank ever#3476
Years in records1970–2025 (42 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 2481 spots

Frequently asked about Tao

What does the name Tao mean?
Tao means “Heart or courageous heart” from Spanish/Aramaic roots.
What is the origin of the name Tao?
Tao has Spanish/Aramaic origin. The traditional meaning is “Heart or courageous heart”.
How popular is Tao?
Tao ranked #5608 in 2025 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Tao most popular?
Tao peaked in 2021 with 20 babies registered that year.
Is Tao a boy or girl name?
Tao is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Taos in registered births are male.
Is the name Tao rising or falling in popularity?
Tao has risen 2481 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8089 in 2020 to #5608 in 2025.
How long has Tao been recorded?
Tao appears in birth records across 42 years — from 1970 through 2025.

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