Cairo is a baby boy name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Cairo was given to 944 boys, ranking No. 355 for boys and 37 girls, ranking No. 3965 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Cairo
In 2024, Cairo was given to 944 boys, ranking No. 355 for boys and 37 girls, ranking No. 3965 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1979 and shows 8,991 recorded births between 1979 and 2024.
Is Cairo Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Cairo is used mostly for boys in current records, with lighter but visible use for girls.
Why Parents Compare Cairo
Parents comparing Cairo often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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