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Shao is a boy’s name of Chinese origin, meaning “Meaning 'small' or 'young' in Chinese.”, and peaked in popularity in 1990.

Letters4
Syllables1
OriginChinese

What Shao Means

Meaning 'small' or 'young' in Chinese.

The Story of Shao

From ancient China, Shao is a name that carries the quiet wisdom of 'small' and 'young'.

Shao is a Chinese name, often used in contexts suggesting smallness or youth. It carries a long history within Chinese culture, embodying a sense of gentle beginnings and thoughtful consideration.

For your son, Shao signifies a gentle soul, thoughtful and kind, with a quiet inner strength. It's a name that reflects the nurturing tenderness you feel for him, a calm presence.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

GentleKindQuietThoughtful

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Peak Year

#7 in 1990

Total Births

7

First Recorded

1990

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