Katsumi Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kaht-soo-mee /kɑːtsumi/
Origin: Japanese
Meaning: victory and beauty
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Katsumi is of Japanese origin, composed of two kanji characters: "katsu" (勝), meaning "victory" or "to win," and "mi" (美), meaning "beauty" or "beautiful." This etymological structure reflects a common practice in Japanese naming, where names are often formed by combining characters that convey specific meanings. The use of kanji allows for a variety of interpretations and nuances, depending on the characters chosen, which can lead to multiple meanings for the same phonetic name.
Historically, the name Katsumi has been used in Japan for centuries, with its roots tracing back to the Heian period (794-1185), a time noted for its cultural and artistic achievements. During this era, names often reflected virtues or desirable traits, and Katsumi embodies the ideals of both victory and beauty, making it a fitting choice for boys.
The name may also be associated with various historical figures, including samurai and leaders who exemplified these qualities, although specific individuals bearing the name may not be widely documented. Culturally, the name Katsumi resonates with themes of honor and achievement, which are significant in Japanese society.
The concept of "katsu" is particularly important in martial arts and competitive contexts, where victory is highly esteemed. Additionally, the aesthetic aspect of "mi" aligns with traditional Japanese values that appreciate beauty in nature and art.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, such as Kats or Katsu, the full form Katsumi remains prominent in its own right, encapsulating a blend of strength and elegance.
Fictional characters named Katsumi
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Katsumi is a fictional character from the video game series Street Fighter. She is a skilled martial artist known for her agility and powerful fighting techniques.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katsumi was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Katsumi has ranked as high as #882 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Katsumi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Katsumi is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Katsumi was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Katsumi (1930)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Katsumi.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1923 | 28 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |