Yoshio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yoshio is a Japanese name meaning 'good man', derived from the characters for 'good' and 'man'. It has evolved through various forms while retaining its core meaning. The name reflects positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in modern Japan, particularly after World War II, and continues to be a common and culturally significant name.
The name Yoshio 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, Yoshio has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Yoshio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 982nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2190th out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5860th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12369th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17702nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Yoshio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yoshio"
Pronunciation
/joʊˈʃiːoʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Yoshio is derived from the Japanese characters '良' (yoshi), meaning 'good' or 'virtuous', and '男' (o), meaning 'man'.
Meaning
good man
Language Evolution
Yoshio, Yoshi, Yoshinobu
Historical Usage
Yoshio gained popularity in Japan during the 20th century, particularly after World War II, as Japan modernized and Western influences began to shape naming trends.
Variants & Derivatives
Yoshi, Yoshinobu, Yoshitaka
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yoshio is perceived as a traditional yet modern name in Japan, often associated with positive traits and a strong cultural identity.
Famous People
Yoshio Taniguchi, a renowned Japanese architect, Yoshio Koide, a famous Japanese physicist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yoshio"
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 "Yoshio"
"Yoshio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 982nd of 7545 | 783 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2190th of 6773 | 213 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5860th of 16616 | 110 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12369th of 24088 | 53 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17702nd of 23106 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Yoshio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
17.51% 200th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
31.03% 480th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
46.57% 2942nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Yoshio" 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 "Yoshio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yoshio" 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.