Đào

Dao

girlVietnamese

Dao is a girl name of Vietnamese origin, meaning “Peach blossom”.

MeaningPeach blossom
GenderGirl
OriginVietnamese
Written asĐào
PronunciationDOW
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inVietnam

Meaning and origin of Dao

Dao, written Đào in Vietnamese, means 'peach' or 'peach blossom'. Peach blossoms are the traditional flower of Tết, the Vietnamese New Year, in northern Vietnam, and they symbolise spring, luck and renewal. As a given name it is used for girls, while Đào is also a common Vietnamese family name. It is sometimes paired in longer names such as Hồng Đào, 'pink peach'.

Is Dao a religious name?

Dao has no specific religious background; it is a Vietnamese nature name.

How popular is Dao?

Used in Vietnam as a girl's name and more commonly as a surname.

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Spellings and variants of Dao

Đào

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dao mean?

Dao means 'Peach blossom'. It is of Vietnamese origin.

Does Dao have a religious meaning?

Dao has no specific religious background; it is a Vietnamese nature name.

How do you pronounce Dao?

Dao is pronounced DOW.

Is Dao a boy or girl name?

Dao is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.