Kaus

Kaus is a male first name that has its origin in the Southwest Asian region. It is associated with the meanings 'the tusk' or 'the sprout'.

What does the name Kaus mean?

The name Kaus comes from the Southwest Asian language area. It means both 'the tusk' and 'the sprout'. The roots lie in the Hmong language, where the word kaus has various meanings, including 'tusk', 'fang', 'beak', 'sprout', and 'young shoot of a plant'. In Indonesia, however, Kaus is associated with 'T-shirt', 'shirt', and possibly 'the tailor'. In Low German, it means 'bowl' or 'dish'.

Where does the name Kaus come from?

The first name Kaus has its roots in the Hmong language, where it means 'the tusk'. The composition of the Hmong word kaus includes meanings such as tusk, fang, beak, sprout, and young shoot of a plant. In the Indonesian language, kaus stands for T-shirt, shirt, and possibly for tailor. Kaus is used in various languages, including English, Hmong, Indonesian, and Low German.

How do you pronounce Kaus?

The pronunciation of Kaus is monosyllabic and is rendered as [kaʊs]. The diphthong -au- gives the name a tonal breadth and movement, while the sharp -s at the end adds a distinct accent. Kaus thus appears reduced and striking – modern, direct, and with confident clarity.

Popularity

In Germany, Kaus is considered a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 3,920th on the list of the most common male baby names. Over the last ten years, the name has been given less than ten times, placing it at 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, its ranking is 9,767th. Information on the global popularity and frequency of Kaus is also available.