How Many People Are Named Takao?

Complete statistics for the name Takao: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Takao
Very Rare
Japanese

Takao means 'great rice paddy' in Japanese, making it a name steeped in agricultural heritage. Only two people named Takao live in the US today, which means just 1 in 144,083,411 Americans share this unique moniker. The majority of those named Takao are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~209
Living in US
1 in 1,585,882
Americans
1922
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Great rice paddy
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Resilient Dignified
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

336,840
Worldwide Bearers
#3,091
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
335,151
🇧🇷 Brazil
670
🇺🇸 United States
585
🇹🇭 Thailand
125
🇨🇦 Canada
66
🇩🇪 Germany
15
🇬🇧 England
15
🇵🇾 Paraguay
15
🇲🇾 Malaysia
14
🇦🇺 Australia
13

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
2 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 104
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
146
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 146 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1922

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
62
Classic Feel
72
Modern Appeal
28
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Takao Through the Generations

Takao, a name with deep roots in Japanese culture, has seen a steady presence in the United States since the early 20th century. With only 15 births recorded in 1922, the peak year, it's clear that Takao hasn't gained widespread popularity. Today, there are just two individuals bearing this name, both over the age of 60, indicating a strong generational skew. This rarity and age distribution paint a picture of a name that's cherished but not widely adopted, maintaining its traditional charm through the decades.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 41
California 26

✨ Similar Names to Takao

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Takao's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Takao

How Many People Have the Name Takao?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 209 people in the United States currently share the name Takao. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,585,882 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Takao a Common or Rare Name?

Takao is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Takao Mean?

Takao means "great rice paddy" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Takao in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Takao Most Popular?

The name Takao reached peak popularity in 1922, with 15 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Takao?

Approximately 209 people named Takao live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 209. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,585,882 Americans.

Is Takao a rare name?

Takao is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,585,882 Americans has this name.

What does the name Takao mean?

Takao means "great rice paddy" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Takao more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Takao are male and 0% are female.

When was Takao most popular?

Takao peaked in 1922 with 15 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US209
All-Time Births209
1 in X1 in 1,585,882
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age104
Peak Year1922
World Rank#3,091
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.