Yasunobu Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yah-soo-no-boo /jaːsu̥no̞bɯ̟/
Origin: Japanese
Meaning: peaceful; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yasunobu is of Japanese origin, composed of two kanji characters: "yasu" (安), meaning "peace" or "calm," and "nobu" (信), which translates to "trust" or "faith." This etymology reflects a cultural emphasis on harmony and reliability, values that are highly regarded in Japanese society. The name can be traced back to the Heian period (794-1185), a time when names often conveyed desirable traits or virtues, and it has been used in various forms throughout Japanese history.
Historically, names like Yasunobu have been borne by notable figures in Japan, including samurai and scholars, contributing to the name's cultural significance. The use of such names often coincided with the rise of the samurai class and the establishment of feudalism in Japan, where names were not only identifiers but also carried weight in terms of social status and familial legacy.
The name has also appeared in various literary works and historical texts, reflecting the values of the era. Culturally, Yasunobu embodies ideals of peace and trust, resonating with the broader Japanese ethos that values social harmony and interpersonal relationships.
Names with similar components, such as Yasunari or Yasuhiko, share these virtues and highlight the traditional practice of combining kanji to create names that reflect personal or familial aspirations. The enduring nature of Yasunobu and its variants can be attributed to their positive connotations and the cultural significance placed on names in Japan, which often serve as a reflection of one's character and aspirations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yasunobu was first seen in the United States in 1927.
Yasunobu has ranked as high as #8025 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Hawaii.
In the past 5 years the name Yasunobu has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yasunobu 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 Yasunobu was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Yasunobu.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Yasunobu (1927)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |