Cairo
Cairo is a boy name that ranked #355 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1979. Its best recorded rank was #306 in 2022.
Latest rank
#355
Peak rank
#306
Reached in 2022
Total recorded usage
4,692
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1979
What To Know About Cairo
Cairo remains a practical choice for parents drawn to names with clear pronunciation and established usage. Its English background adds depth without making the name feel heavy or old-fashioned.
Cairo is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Cairo appearing in official records as far back as 1979, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #306 in 2022, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: CAIRO
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.