Kazuo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kazuo is a Japanese name meaning 'harmony man'. It originates from the Japanese language, evolving through various forms while retaining its core meaning. The name is associated with positive traits such as peace and strength. There is no biblical relevance. Kazuo gained popularity in the 20th century, and today it is seen as a blend of tradition and modernity.
The name Kazuo is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kazuo has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kazuo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1178th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2619th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16274th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Kazuo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kazuo"
Pronunciation
/kɑːˈzuːoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kazuo is derived from the Japanese elements 'kazu' meaning 'harmony' or 'peace' and 'o' meaning 'man' or 'male'.
Meaning
Harmony man
Language Evolution
かずお (Kazuo), 和男 (Kazuo), 和夫 (Kazuo)
Historical Usage
Kazuo has been used in Japan for centuries, becoming more popular in the 20th century as Western influences blended with traditional Japanese names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kazu, Kaz, Kazuyuki
Modern Popularity & Image
Kazuo is viewed as a traditional yet modern name in Japan, often associated with strong values such as harmony and peace.
Famous People
Kazuo Ishiguro, a Nobel Prize-winning author, Kazuo Hirai, a prominent business executive
Explore More Kazuo Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kazuo"
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 "Kazuo"
"Kazuo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1178th of 7545 | 577 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2619th of 6773 | 156 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16274th of 24088 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Kazuo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
20.67% 236th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
35.88% 555th/1547 |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kazuo" 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 "Kazuo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kazuo" 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.