Minato Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-NAH-toh / miːˈnɑːtoʊJapanese; English
Meaning
harbor (Japanese); from the sea (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese, Minato (港) means 'harbor' and is often used in place names and as a given name, symbolizing safety and refuge. In English, the name can be interpreted as 'from the sea,' reflecting a connection to maritime themes.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Minatoh
- Minatoe
International Variants
- Minato (Japanese)
Famous people named Minato
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Minato was first seen in the United States in 2013. Minato has ranked as high as #1405 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Minato has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Minato
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |