Unisex name
Lado name meaning
“chili pepper”
Lado is a name used for both boys and girls, commonly linked to the meaning chili pepper. This interpretation comes from the Minangkabau word lado, meaning chili pepper. The word is related to Malay lada, providing a linguistic connection between the name’s proposed source and Malay vocabulary.
What does Lado mean?
Chili pepper
In Indonesian: cabai
Origin and cultural usage of Lado
Lado is the Minangkabau word for 'chili pepper', related to Malay lada. Interpreting the name through this word is plausible rather than certain.
How to pronounce Lado
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /lado/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦭꦢꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮜᮓᮧ |
Is Lado a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Lado is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 60% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Lado ranks #716 among unisex names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Lado
FAQ about the name Lado
What is the meaning of Lado?
Lado means chili pepper. Lado is the Minangkabau word for 'chili pepper', related to Malay lada. Interpreting the name through this word is plausible rather than certain.
Is Lado a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Lado is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 60% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Lado have?
Lado has 2 syllables (La-do) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Lado?
Lado ranks #716 among unisex names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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