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Kaido
How to Pronounce Kaido
Pronounced KY-doh /ˈkaɪ.doʊ/Medium
Meaning: From Estonian Kaido (a male name); also Japanese kaido, 'sea route' (and an anime villain); routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Kaido comes from Estonian — a male name of debated meaning — and overlaps Japanese kaido, 'sea route' (and the anime villain; routes layered, which we note). A strong, worldly name.
In the U.S. it appears in Estonian and anime-loving families. Rare, of-Estonia-or-sea-route at the root, and bold.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Kaido mean?
Kaido is an Estonian male name, and Japanese 'sea route'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Kaido?
It's said KY-doh /ˈkaɪ.doʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kaido a boy or girl name?
Kaido is a boy's name.
How popular is Kaido?
Kaido is a rare name in the U.S.