Masahiro Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-sah-hee-roh / mɑːsəˈhiɾoʊJapanese
Meaning
Japanese: prosperous, abundant (depending on kanji used)
Historical & Cultural Background
Masahiro is a common masculine name in Japan, often composed of kanji characters that convey meanings related to prosperity and abundance. The name has been used historically in various contexts, including among samurai and in modern Japanese society. It reflects traditional values and aspirations within Japanese culture.
Similar Names
Variants
- Masahiro
- Masahiroh
International Variants
- Masahiro (Japanese)
Famous people named Masahiro
Masahiro Tanaka is a professional baseball player known for his successful career in Major League Baseball.
Masahiro Sakurai is a video game designer and director, best known for creating the Super Smash Bros. series.
Fictional characters named Masahiro
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Masahiro was first seen in the United States in 1925. Masahiro has ranked as high as #1256 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Masahiro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Masahiro
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |