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Updated November 25, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Cato

  • Gender: Neutral
  • Origin: Latin
  • Meaning: Good Judgement, Wise
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What is the meaning of the name Cato?

The name Cato is primarily a gender-neutral name of Latin origin that means Good Judgement, Wise.

Cato is the name of Bruce Lee's fictional character in The Green Hornet television series.

Cato is also a Dutch girl’s name, short for Catharina.


People who like the name Cato also like:

Gabriel, Declan, Liam, Finn, Asher, Calix, Xander, Aria, Luna, Aurora, Scarlett, Charlotte, Cora, Violet

Names like Cato:

Cachet, Cutie, Custodia, Cody, Chasity, Cathy, Cheta, Chita, Cad, Chukwudi, Cyd, Chato, Cagatay, Chakotay, Cade, Chad, Chitt, Coast, Cady, Cascada, Coda, Cocheta, Ceto, Cascadia, Cadee, Chet, Cheshth, Cid, Cascade, Casta

Stats for the Name Cato

checkmark Cato is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Cato is currently not ranked in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Cato:

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1. Potential mispronunciation or confusion with similar names like Kato or Cateau.
2. The name may be perceived as old-fashioned or uncommon, leading to potential teasing or difficulty in fitting in with peers.
3. It may be associated with negative historical figures, such as Cato the Younger, who was known for his rigid and uncompromising political views.
4. The name might be difficult for some people to spell correctly or remember due to its less common usage.
5. There could be cultural or regional biases against the name, making it harder for the child to navigate certain social situations.