Kazuo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-zoo-oh / ka.zu.oJapanese
Meaning
first son; man
Historical & Cultural Background
Kazuo is a traditional Japanese name that reflects cultural values surrounding family and lineage. In Japan, names often carry significant meaning and are chosen based on the hopes and aspirations parents have for their children. The name Kazuo can be composed of various kanji characters, each contributing to its meaning. It is a name that has been used for generations in Japan.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kazu
- Kaz
International Variants
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Famous people named Kazuo
Kazuo Ishiguro is a British novelist known for his works such as 'Never Let Me Go' and 'The Remains of the Day'.
Kazuo Koike was a Japanese manga writer famous for creating the series 'Lone Wolf and Cub'.
Kazuo Hirai is a Japanese businessman who served as the CEO of Sony Corporation.
Kazuo Yamazaki is a Japanese artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Kazuo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kazuo was first seen in the United States in 1911. Kazuo has ranked as high as #827 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Kazuo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kazuo (1937)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 20 |
| 1914 | 17 |
| 1915 | 30 |
| 1916 | 30 |
| 1917 | 34 |
| 1918 | 44 |
| 1919 | 48 |
| 1920 | 44 |
| 1921 | 57 |
| 1922 | 53 |
| 1923 | 44 |
| 1924 | 36 |
| 1925 | 39 |
| 1926 | 31 |
| 1927 | 32 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 25 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |