How Many People Are Named Hiroaki?

Complete statistics for the name Hiroaki: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Hiroaki
Very Rare
Japanese

Hiroaki means 'brave ruler' in Japanese, making it a name steeped in leadership qualities. Only 19 people named Hiroaki live in the US today, which means 1 in 17,090,405 Americans share this rare moniker. The name peaked in popularity in 1997 with 8 births, showing it's still a stable choice.

~19
Living in US
1 in 17,090,405
Americans
1997
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Brave ruler
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Confident Determined
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 is associated with power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

175,441
Worldwide Bearers
#6,001
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
173,923
🇺🇸 United States
606
🇹🇭 Thailand
347
🇧🇷 Brazil
220
🇨🇦 Canada
43
🇬🇧 England
39
🇲🇾 Malaysia
28
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
25
🇩🇪 Germany
20
🇨🇳 China
18

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
19 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 33
8
Would be under 30 (40%)
12
Would be 30–60 (60%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 20 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1997

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
25
Classic Feel
20
Modern Appeal
80
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Hiroaki Through the Generations

Hiroaki, a name that translates to 'brave ruler', has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1997 with 8 births. Today, there are only 19 people named Hiroaki living in the country, reflecting its very rare status. The age distribution among those named Hiroaki is fairly even, with 40% under 30 years old and 60% between 30 and 60, indicating that it's a name favored by a newer generation of parents.

✨ Similar Names to Hiroaki

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hiroaki's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Hiroaki

How Many People Have the Name Hiroaki?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 19 people in the United States currently share the name Hiroaki. That works out to roughly 1 in every 17,090,405 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hiroaki a Common or Rare Name?

Hiroaki is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Hiroaki Mean?

Hiroaki means "brave ruler" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Hiroaki in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Hiroaki Most Popular?

The name Hiroaki reached peak popularity in 1997, with 8 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Hiroaki?

Approximately 19 people named Hiroaki live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 20. That works out to roughly 1 in 17,090,405 Americans.

Is Hiroaki a rare name?

Hiroaki is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 17,090,405 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hiroaki mean?

Hiroaki means "brave ruler" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Hiroaki more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Hiroaki are male and 0% are female.

When was Hiroaki most popular?

Hiroaki peaked in 1997 with 8 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US19
All-Time Births20
1 in X1 in 17,090,405
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age33
Peak Year1997
World Rank#6,001
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.