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Khoo

/KOO/
Malay Unisex

Khoo is a Malay name meaning "The exact meaning of the name "Khoo" is highly dependent on its origin, but it is most likely a surname with roots in various Asian languages. Without knowing the specific language of origin, a precise meaning is difficult to ascertain.". The etymology of "Khoo" is uncertain without knowing its language of origin; it is most likely of Chinese origin, possibly from Hokkien or Teochew languages. If of Chinese origin, the root words could vary significantly.

Language Malay
Gender Unisex
Phonetic KOO
IPA ˈku

Say it as KOO. Keep the original Malay phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Khoo Teck Puat - Singaporean businessman; Khoo Kay Peng - Malaysian businessman

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