Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 03, 2024

Kato

US Popularity Rank: 5674

Origin: African

Meaning: Second of twins; Clever, intelligent, cunning; Clean, pure

Kato is a gender-neutral name of multiple origins. Kato has Greek roots meaning “clean” or “pure,” as well as Latin roots, meaning “clever,” “intelligent,” or “cunning.” One popular figure with a version of this name was Cato the Elder, who was the first person to write the history of Rome in Latin. Knowledge and wisdom will be right at baby’s fingertips when they join your family, and naming them Kato is sure to remind them that. Kato also has origins in Uganda and East Africa, where it means “second of twins.” If you are welcoming two new bundles of joy into your life, this will make a wonderful name for younger baby.

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