Noboru Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnoh-boh-roo / noboruJapanese
Meaning
to ascend; to climb
Historical & Cultural Background
Noboru is a traditional Japanese name often given to boys. It reflects a positive aspiration for growth and achievement. In Japanese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen with care to reflect the hopes of the parents. The name Noboru can also be associated with various historical figures and cultural references in Japan.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Noboru was first seen in the United States in 1912. Noboru has ranked as high as #856 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Noboru has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Noboru (1933)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 29 |
| 1919 | 30 |
| 1920 | 34 |
| 1921 | 34 |
| 1922 | 30 |
| 1923 | 32 |
| 1924 | 30 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |