Kato
Kato is a boy's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Depending on origin, it can mean 'second-born twin' (Luganda) or carry meanings based on the kanji used (Japanese).
Origin and history
Kato is a name with multiple origins, most notably used as a Japanese surname or masculine given name, as well as a Ugandan name meaning 'second of twins'. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice, though it has seen a mild increase in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
860 babies in the United States have been named Kato since 1880. It ranks #3817 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1639.
States where it is most popular
- CA (55.5 %)
- TX (28.9 %)
- AZ (3.9 %)
- MN (3.9 %)
- NY (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 18 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 21 |
| 1990-2000 | 64 |
| 2000-2010 | 105 |
| 2010-2019 | 337 |
| 2020-2029 | 288 |
Famous people named Kato
- Kato Kaelin: Actor, Radio Personality
Fun facts
- Kato is famously known as the name of the Green Hornet's skilled sidekick, played notably by Bruce Lee in the 1960s television series.
- Although historically rare in the U.S., more than a quarter of all published births for the name Kato have occurred since 2020.