Mao
MOW
Letters
3
Syllables
1
Origin
Chinese
Total Births
295
Peak Year
#21 in 1991
First Recorded
1980
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
This feminine name can have multiple origins. In Chinese, it can be written with characters that mean 'flax' or 'hemp.' In Japanese, it can mean 'cat' or 'demon,' depending on the kanji used.
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Mao Asada
Japanese former competitive figure skater.
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