Meaning: Wise
The story
Cato was a Roman name meaning wise, borne by Cato the Elder and inherited by descendants including Cato the Younger. The Dutch feminine short form has a separate naming route.
Famous namesakes
- Cato the ElderRoman statesman
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
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Origins
Cato comes from Latin.
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