Gaozong, originating from China, is a unisex given name that translates to 'High Ancestor' or 'Exalted Ancestor'. It consists of two characters: '高' (gāo) meaning 'high' or 'tall', and '祖' (zū) denoting 'ancestor'. This name was popular among the imperial family during the Tang Dynasty, with Emperor Tang Gaozong being a notable figure who reigned from 627 to 649. The name has since been used by both males and females throughout Chinese history.
The name Gaozong experienced a gap in its popularity between 1995 and 2005, with no recorded births from 1997 to 2004.