Mitsuo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEET-soo / miːtsuːoʊJapanese
Meaning
light; shining
Historical & Cultural Background
Mitsuo is a traditional Japanese name often given to boys. It is composed of the kanji characters for 'light' or 'shine.' Names in Japan often carry significant meanings and are chosen based on auspicious qualities. The name Mitsuo reflects a positive attribute, symbolizing brightness and clarity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mitsou
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mitsuo was first seen in the United States in 1912. Mitsuo has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California. In the past 5 years the name Mitsuo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mitsuo (1934)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 19 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 38 |
| 1921 | 31 |
| 1922 | 34 |
| 1923 | 26 |
| 1924 | 38 |
| 1925 | 40 |
| 1926 | 29 |
| 1927 | 34 |
| 1928 | 23 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 23 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |