Kato Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kato originates from Japan, meaning 'increase' or 'fertility'. It evolved from various historical forms like Katō, reflecting its agricultural significance. Kato has no biblical relevance and has gained popularity as both a surname and given name over the years. Its current perception is one of strength and growth, and it is associated with notable individuals such as Kato Kaelin and Kato Shigeaki.
The name Kato is most popular in California, 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, Kato 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, 'Kato' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5165th out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8179th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6302nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2840th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kato' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kato"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪtoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kato is of Japanese origin, typically meaning 'increase' or 'fertility'. It is often associated with agricultural prosperity.
Meaning
increase, fertility
Language Evolution
Katō, Kato, Katoo
Historical Usage
The name Kato has been used in Japan for centuries, gaining popularity as a surname and given name, especially in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Katoo, Katō
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kato is viewed positively, often associated with strength and growth in Japanese culture.
Famous People
Kato Kaelin, Kato Shigeaki
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kato"
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 "Kato"
"Kato" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5165th of 7545 | 28 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8179th of 16616 | 55 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6302nd of 24088 | 185 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2840th of 23106 | 516 |
Regional Popularity of "Kato" 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) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
53.28% 3635th/6822 |
38.10% 2391st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kato" 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 "Kato"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kato" 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.