NAME PROFILE
Cato
A patronymic surname meaning 'son of Ole,' which is a short form of the Old Norse name Olaf. It conveys a personality that is industrious and deeply connected to their roots, projecting an image of stability and quiet strength.
Key Stats
| Total births | 675 |
| Gender | Male (6% / 94%) |
| Peak year | 2024 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 2018 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
CA — 43%TX — 43%CO — 14%AK — 0%PA — 0%
Notable People
Mary-Kate Olsen (The Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley) · Elizabeth Olsen (WandaVision) · Greg Olsen (NFL Tight End) · Ashley Olsen (Full House) · Eric Christian Olsen (NCIS: Los Angeles)
Nicknames & Diminutives
OlieOlly
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