Masao Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Masao originates from Japan, meaning 'righteous man'. It has evolved from related forms like Masaru and has been used for centuries, gaining popularity in modern times. The name is seen as traditional and is associated with strong moral values, with no specific biblical relevance.
The name Masao 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, Masao has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Masao' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 963rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2414th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15172nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21999th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Masao' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Masao"
Pronunciation
/mɑːˈsɑːoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Masao is derived from Japanese elements where 'masa' can mean 'righteous' or 'true', and 'o' often signifies 'man' or 'male'.
Meaning
righteous man
Language Evolution
Masaru (a related form), Masao (modern form)
Historical Usage
Masao has been used in Japan for many centuries, gaining popularity particularly in the 20th century as traditional names became more common in modern society.
Variants & Derivatives
Masaru, Masakazu, Masashi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Masao is viewed as a traditional and culturally rich name in Japan, often associated with strong moral values.
Famous People
Masao Kawai (Japanese psychiatrist), Masao Yoshida (chief of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Masao"
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 "Masao"
"Masao" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 963rd of 7545 | 808 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2414th of 6773 | 180 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15172nd of 16616 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 21999th of 24088 | 8 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Masao" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
17.16% 196th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
32.71% 506th/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 "Masao" 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 "Masao"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Masao" 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.