Tadashi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tadashi originates from Japanese, meaning 'loyal' or 'true'. It has evolved through various stages of the Japanese language and is associated with positive traits. There is no biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Edo period among samurai families and remains a respected name in modern Japan.
The name Tadashi 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, Tadashi has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tadashi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1510th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3001st out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7683rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11776th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18784th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8004th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tadashi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tadashi"
Pronunciation
/təˈdɑːʃi/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Tadashi is derived from the Japanese elements 'tada', meaning 'loyal' or 'true', and 'shi', which can mean 'to be' or 'to do'.
Meaning
loyal, true
Language Evolution
古代日本語 (Ancient Japanese), 中世日本語 (Medieval Japanese), 近代日本語 (Modern Japanese)
Historical Usage
The name Tadashi has been used in Japan for centuries and gained popularity as a given name during the Edo period, particularly among samurai families.
Variants & Derivatives
Tadao, Tadakazu, Tadashi-kun
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary Japan, Tadashi is viewed positively, often associated with loyalty and integrity. It is a traditional name that carries cultural significance.
Famous People
Tadashi Yamaguchi, a renowned Japanese physicist, Tadashi Nagayama, a famous Japanese artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tadashi"
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 "Tadashi"
"Tadashi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1510th of 7545 | 381 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3001st of 6773 | 117 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7683rd of 10718 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11776th of 16616 | 20 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18784th of 24088 | 15 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8004th of 23106 | 112 |
Regional Popularity of "Tadashi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
24.26% 277th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
37.94% 587th/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 "Tadashi" 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 "Tadashi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tadashi" 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.