Yosuke Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-soo-keh / joːsɯ̥keJapanese
Meaning
Yosuke: 'to help' or 'to assist'
Historical & Cultural Background
Yosuke is a traditional Japanese name commonly given to boys. It is often composed of the kanji characters 'yo' (陽) meaning 'sun' or 'sunshine' and 'suke' (助) meaning 'to help' or 'to assist'. The name reflects positive attributes and is associated with kindness and support. In Japan, names are often chosen based on their meanings and the auspiciousness of the characters used.
Trend Summary
Yosuke has seen moderate popularity in Japan but is less common in Western countries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yosuke was first seen in the United States in 1983. Yosuke has ranked as high as #1218 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yosuke has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |