Yao
Chinese · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Yao
Yao is a Chinese given name meaning "glorious" or "handsome," derived from Chinese characters such as 姚 (yáo), which has roots in ancient Chinese naming traditions.
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Etymology
Yao is a Chinese given name meaning "glorious" or "handsome," derived from Chinese characters such as 姚 (yáo), which has roots in ancient Chinese naming traditions. The name is primarily used in Chinese culture and among Chinese diaspora communities worldwide, with historical significance dating back to ancient China where it was borne by the legendary sage-king Yao of the Xia dynasty.
Yao currently ranks #14,115 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1984.
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