Yoshimi Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-SHEE-mee / jo̞ɕimiJapanese
Meaning
good beauty; good fortune
Historical & Cultural Background
Yoshimi is a Japanese name that can be used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to girls. The name is composed of two kanji characters: 'yoshi' meaning 'good' or 'virtuous' and 'mi' meaning 'beauty' or 'fortune'. In Japanese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen with care to reflect positive traits. The name has gained some recognition outside Japan, particularly due to its use in popular culture.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yoshimi was first seen in the United States in 1917. Yoshimi has ranked as high as #843 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Hawaii. In the past 5 years the name Yoshimi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yoshimi (1928)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |