Jiraiya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jiraiya is a Japanese name that means 'young thunder.' It comes from a folklore story about a heroic ninja known for his ability to summon toads. The name has evolved in language usage from its original Japanese forms to modern adaptations in popular culture. Jiraiya represents traits of strength and bravery, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Jiraiya is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jiraiya has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jiraiya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7081st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1217th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jiraiya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jiraiya"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈraɪjə/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Jiraiya originates from Japanese folklore, particularly in the story of the 'Jiraiya Goketsu Monogatari,' which translates to 'The Tale of Jiraiya the Hero.' In the tale, Jiraiya is a ninja who can summon toads and is known for his battles against evil forces.
Meaning
Young thunder
Language Evolution
Jiraiya (Japanese: じらいや), Jiraiya (Romaji)
Historical Usage
The character of Jiraiya was popularized during the Edo period in Japan and has since appeared in various adaptations, including kabuki theater and modern manga and anime.
Variants & Derivatives
Jiraiya (original form), Jiraiya the Hero
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary culture, Jiraiya is often associated with strength, bravery, and a playful spirit, particularly due to his depiction in anime and manga series.
Famous People
Jiraiya (fictional character in Naruto), Jiraiya (historical figure, a legendary ninja)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jiraiya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jiraiya"
"Jiraiya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7081st of 24088 | 156 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1217th of 23106 | 1,888 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10456th of 30306 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Jiraiya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
56.82% 4155th/7313 |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.51% 1335th/3984 |
33.30% 1494th/4487 |
17.28% 1179th/6822 |
15.30% 960th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jiraiya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jiraiya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jiraiya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.