Masaaki Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-sah-ah-kee / ma̠sa̠a̠kiJapanese
Meaning
elegant; graceful
Historical & Cultural Background
Masaaki is a traditional Japanese name often given to boys. It is composed of the elements 'masa' meaning 'elegant' or 'graceful' and 'aki' which can mean 'bright' or 'autumn'. Names in Japan often reflect nature or virtues, and Masaaki is no exception. The name has been used throughout Japanese history and continues to be popular in modern times.
Similar Names
Variants
- Masaki
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Masaaki was first seen in the United States in 1912. Masaaki has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1934, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Masaaki has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Masaaki (1934)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |