How Many People Are Named Hiroyuki?

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

Hiroyuki
Very Rare
Japanese

Hiroyuki means 'great brightness' in Japanese, making it a name that shines through its rarity. Only 54 people named Hiroyuki live in the US today, which means 1 in 6,072,663 Americans have this name. It peaked in popularity in 1989 with 7 births, showing it's still on the rise as a modern choice.

~54
Living in US
1 in 6,072,663
Americans
1989
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Great brightness
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Bright Determined Inspiring
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 represents leadership, success, and material wealth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

410,516
Worldwide Bearers
#2,512
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
407,258
🇺🇸 United States
1,264
🇹🇭 Thailand
811
🇧🇷 Brazil
501
🇩🇪 Germany
106
🇲🇾 Malaysia
53
🇬🇧 England
44
🇨🇦 Canada
38
🇸🇬 Singapore
37
🇨🇳 China
36

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
54 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 42
16
Would be under 30 (24%)
40
Would be 30–60 (60%)
11
Would be over 60 (16%)

All 67 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: 1989

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
48
Classic Feel
27
Modern Appeal
83
International
100

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

📜 Hiroyuki Through the Generations

Hiroyuki, a name that's seen a steady increase in usage since its peak in 1989, stands out among the rarest names in the United States. With only 67 total births recorded throughout history, it's clear that Hiroyuki is a name that's been chosen by parents looking for something unique. The current estimate of 54 individuals bearing this name suggests a strong community of Hiroyukis who are predominantly middle-aged, with 40 of them falling between the ages of 30 and 60. This demographic distribution indicates a name that's gaining traction among newer generations, yet maintains a connection to its origins in Japan, where it's much more common.

✨ Similar Names to Hiroyuki

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hiroyuki's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Hiroyuki

How Many People Have the Name Hiroyuki?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 54 people in the United States currently share the name Hiroyuki. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,072,663 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hiroyuki a Common or Rare Name?

Hiroyuki 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 Hiroyuki Mean?

Hiroyuki means "great brightness" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Hiroyuki Most Popular?

The name Hiroyuki reached peak popularity in 1989, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 Hiroyuki?

Approximately 54 people named Hiroyuki live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 67. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,072,663 Americans.

Is Hiroyuki a rare name?

Hiroyuki is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,072,663 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hiroyuki mean?

Hiroyuki means "great brightness" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Hiroyuki more male or female?

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

When was Hiroyuki most popular?

Hiroyuki peaked in 1989 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 US54
All-Time Births67
1 in X1 in 6,072,663
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age42
Peak Year1989
World Rank#2,512
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.