Shota Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHO-tah / ˈʃoʊtəJapanese
Meaning
soaring; flying
Historical & Cultural Background
Shota is a common name in Japan, often given to boys. It is derived from the kanji characters 'sho' (to fly) and 'ta' (big or thick). The name reflects a positive aspiration for the child to achieve great heights. In Japanese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen with care.
Trend Summary
Shota has seen a steady presence in Japanese naming trends, though its popularity can fluctuate.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shouta
- Shota
International Variants
- Shota (Japanese)
Famous people named Shota
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Fictional characters named Shota
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shota was first seen in the United States in 1988. Shota has ranked as high as #1232 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Shota has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shota (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |