Shigeru Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshee-geh-roo / ɕiɡeɾɯJapanese
Meaning
to grow; to become
Historical & Cultural Background
Shigeru is a traditional Japanese name often given to boys. It is derived from the verb 'shigeru,' which means to grow or to become abundant. In Japan, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen based on auspicious qualities. The name is associated with various cultural and historical figures in Japan.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shigeru was first seen in the United States in 1910. Shigeru has ranked as high as #842 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Shigeru has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shigeru (1936)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 28 |
| 1917 | 37 |
| 1918 | 40 |
| 1919 | 27 |
| 1920 | 40 |
| 1921 | 42 |
| 1922 | 32 |
| 1923 | 32 |
| 1924 | 31 |
| 1925 | 25 |
| 1926 | 38 |
| 1927 | 31 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |