Kaito
Meaning of Kaito
Kaito is a distinctive and culturally rich name of Japanese origin, predominantly given to boys. Pronounced as KY-toh (/kaɪ.to/), Kaito carries an air of elegance and tradition. The name combines the kanji characters "kai" (海) meaning "ocean" or "sea," and "to" (斗), which can mean "big dipper" or "person." This fusion evokes imagery of vast oceans and starry skies, making it a poetic choice for parents who appreciate nature and celestial themes. A variation of the name is Kaitou, though it is less commonly used.
In recent years, Kaito has seen modest but steady popularity in the United States. According to data on newborn names, its occurrence has gradually increased from 13 in 1999 to 65 in 2023, reflecting its growing appeal among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names. Despite its relatively low rank—2183rd in 2023—the name stands out for its cultural significance and melodic sound. Whether you are drawn to its serene oceanic connotations or its celestial associations, Kaito offers a beautiful blend of tradition and modernity that resonates across cultures.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as KY-toh (/kaɪ.to/)
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Notable People Named Kaito
| Kaito Ono, also known as Kaito, is a renowned Japanese kickboxer and Shoot boxer with multiple championship titles to his name. |
| Kaito Streets is a Japanese right-handed sabre fencer and 2020 Olympian, born in Yokohama, Japan to a Japanese mother and English-American father, and a two-time US National Champion and two-time Japanese National Champion. |
| Kaito Abe is a Japanese professional footballer known for playing as a defender for J2 League club Blaublitz Akita, currently on loan from Fagiano Okayama. |
| Kaito Nakamura is a Japanese actor and model known for his role as Nagi Matsuo/Ki Ninger in the 2015 Super Sentai TV series Shuriken Sentai Ninninger. |
| Kaito Kamiya is a Japanese footballer who plays as a defender for J2 League club Ventforet Kofu, and is the twin brother of fellow professional footballer Ryoto Kamiya. |
| Kaito Nakamura is a Japanese footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for YSCC Yokohama. |
| Kaito Uesugi is a Japanese tennis player known for his skill and dedication to the sport. |
| Kaito Tanaka is a Japanese field hockey player who competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
| Kaito Suzuki is a Japanese footballer known for playing as a centre back for Júbilo Iwata. |
| Kaito Yoza is a professional Japanese baseball player who pitches for the Saitama Seibu Lions. |
| Kaito Miyake is a Japanese footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Kagoshima United. |
| Kaito Hayashida is a Japanese footballer known for playing as a defender for the University of Tsukuba. |
