Toshio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Toshio is a Japanese name meaning 'man of age', derived from the elements 'toshi' and 'o'. The name has evolved from Toshi to Toshio over time. It is viewed as a traditional name in Japan, connoting wisdom and maturity, with notable figures contributing to its recognition.
The name Toshio 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, Toshio has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Toshio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1204th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2528th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Toshio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Toshio"
Pronunciation
/toʊʃi.oʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Toshio is derived from the Japanese elements 'toshi' meaning 'year, age' and 'o' meaning 'man'.
Meaning
man of age
Language Evolution
Toshi, Toshio
Historical Usage
The name Toshio has been used in Japan for many generations and became more widely recognized outside Japan in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Toshi, Toshiyuki, Toshihiro
Modern Popularity & Image
Toshio is perceived as a traditional name in Japan, often associated with wisdom and maturity.
Famous People
Toshio Akiyama, a prominent Japanese artist, Toshio Suzuki, the producer of Studio Ghibli
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Toshio"
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 "Toshio"
"Toshio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1204th of 7545 | 560 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2528th of 6773 | 167 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Toshio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
20.49% 234th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
36.13% 559th/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 "Toshio" 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 "Toshio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Toshio" 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.