Kaito Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaito is a Japanese name that means 'ocean flying person' or 'sea person'. It has evolved from ancient to modern Japanese with its roots in the meanings of specific characters. The name reflects traits of adventure and connection to nature. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Kaito has gained popularity in Japan since the late 20th century, and it is commonly used today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaito"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪtoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kaito is derived from the Japanese characters 'Kai' meaning 'ocean' or 'sea' and 'to' meaning 'person' or 'fly'. Together, they can be interpreted as 'ocean flying person' or 'sea person'.
Meaning
Ocean flying person, sea person
Language Evolution
Kaito (現代日本語), Kaito (古代日本語)
Historical Usage
Kaito gained popularity in Japan during the late 20th century, especially as a name for boys born in the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaito (カイト), Kaitō, Kaiten
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaito is perceived as a modern and trendy name in Japan, often associated with a sense of adventure and connection to nature.
Famous People
Kaito Nakamura (Japanese musician), Kaito Shoma (Japanese figure skater)
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✨ Kaito Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 84 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaito"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kaito"
"Kaito" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3323rd of 24088 | 472 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2367th of 23106 | 687 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaito" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
62.37% 3221st/5164 |
- |
22.44% 1675th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
47.43% 2128th/4487 |
46.25% 3155th/6822 |
20.30% 1274th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaito" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaito"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaito" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kaito" in the United States
The name Kaito is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaito has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kaito' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3323rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2367th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kaito' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.