Jiro Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEE-roh / dʒiːroʊJapanese
Meaning
second son
Historical & Cultural Background
Jiro is a traditional Japanese name often given to the second-born son in a family. The name is derived from the Japanese characters '二' (ji) meaning 'two' and '郎' (ro) meaning 'son' or 'man'. It reflects a common naming convention in Japan where birth order is significant. Jiro has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and film.
Trend Summary
Jiro has seen moderate popularity in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jirō
International Variants
- Jirō (Japanese)
Famous people named Jiro
Jiro Ono is a renowned sushi chef known for his exceptional culinary skills and his restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro in Tokyo.
Jiro Taniguchi was a celebrated manga artist recognized for his detailed artwork and storytelling in works such as 'The Walking Man'.
Fictional characters named Jiro
Jiro is a character in the anime series 'My Hero Academia', known for his musical abilities and role as a student.
Jiro is a character in the video game 'Danganronpa', known for his unique personality and contributions to the storyline.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jiro was first seen in the United States in 1913. Jiro has ranked as high as #851 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California. In the past 5 years the name Jiro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jiro (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 14 |