Bao
Bao is a boy name of Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese) origin, meaning “Treasure, precious”.
| Meaning | Treasure, precious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese) |
| Written as | Bảo |
| Pronunciation | BOW |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Buddhist |
| Used in | Vietnam, United States |
Meaning and origin of Bao
Bảo is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese character 寶, 'treasure' or 'precious thing', and in other names it can also stand for 保, 'to protect'. It is a popular element in Vietnamese names such as Gia Bảo ('family treasure') and Bảo Anh, and is used for boys and, in combinations, for girls. Bảo Đại, the last emperor of Vietnam, took it as part of his reign name. The Chinese equivalent is Bao, and the Korean Bo.
Is Bao a religious name?
Bảo is not a religious name in itself, but the idea of the 'three treasures' (Tam Bảo: Buddha, Dharma and Sangha) gives it a natural resonance for Vietnamese Buddhist families.
How popular is Bao?
Very common in Vietnam and among Vietnamese families abroad, often in two-word combinations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bao mean?
Bao means 'Treasure, precious'. It is of Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese) origin.
Does Bao have a religious meaning?
Bảo is not a religious name in itself, but the idea of the 'three treasures' (Tam Bảo: Buddha, Dharma and Sangha) gives it a natural resonance for Vietnamese Buddhist families.
How do you pronounce Bao?
Bao is pronounced BOW.
Is Bao a boy or girl name?
Bao is usually a boy name.