Jiro Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jiro

"A male given name from Japanese."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1918 👥 409 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A male given name from Japanese.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
409
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Jiro Mean?

Jirō or Jiro is a stand-alone Japanese given name along with "Tarō", and a common name suffix for males.

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Jirō or Jiro is a stand-alone Japanese given name along with "Tarō", and a common name suffix for males.

Root Element
Jiro
Core Meaning
"A male given name from Japanese."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jiro

J 1
I 9
R 9
O 6
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

📊 Jiro in Numbers

409 US bearers
1918 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jiro" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name from Japanese.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~409 people named Jiro in the US. Peaked in 1918 with 22 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jiro?

The Life Path number for Jiro is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 1.

Is Jiro a boy or girl name?

Jiro is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Jiro in the US?

Approximately 409 people in the United States are named Jiro. The name peaked in 1918 with 22 recorded uses.

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