Miyoshi Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-YOH-shee / miːˈjoʊʃiJapanese
Meaning
three virtues
Historical & Cultural Background
Miyoshi is a feminine name of Japanese origin. In Japan, names often carry significant meanings derived from kanji characters. The name Miyoshi can be composed of various kanji, with 'mi' meaning 'three' and 'yoshi' meaning 'virtue' or 'goodness'. It is a relatively uncommon name outside of Japan.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miyoshi was first seen in the United States in 1958. Miyoshi has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Miyoshi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Miyoshi (1971)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 28 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |