How Many People Are Named Isao?

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

Isao
Very Rare
Japanese

Isao means 'conqueror' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 13 people named Isao live in the US today, representing just 1 in 25,250,033 Americans. The name peaked in popularity way back in 1925, but it's still considered a classic.

~13
Living in US
1 in 25,250,033
Americans
1925
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

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

Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

82,603
Worldwide Bearers
#12,045
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
80,448
🇧🇷 Brazil
769
🇺🇸 United States
703
🇹🇭 Thailand
75
🇨🇦 Canada
65
🇲🇽 Mexico
63
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
53
🇵🇭 Philippines
47
🇫🇲 Micronesia
43
🇨🇩 DR Congo
34

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
13 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 100
5
Would be under 30 (2%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
241
Would be over 60 (98%)

All 246 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: 1925

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
70
Classic Feel
72
Modern Appeal
28
International
99

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

📜 Isao Through the Generations

Isao, a name steeped in history and tradition, has seen its peak in the early 20th century when 20 babies were given this moniker in 1925. Today, the name is exceedingly rare, with only 13 individuals bearing it in the United States. Interestingly, 98% of those named Isao are over 60 years old, indicating a strong generational skew towards older populations. This unique demographic distribution paints a picture of a name that's deeply rooted in the past yet remains cherished by those who carry it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 87
California 59

✨ Similar Names to Isao

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Isao's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Isao

How Many People Have the Name Isao?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13 people in the United States currently share the name Isao. That works out to roughly 1 in every 25,250,033 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Isao a Common or Rare Name?

Isao 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 Isao Mean?

Isao means "conqueror" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Isao Most Popular?

The name Isao reached peak popularity in 1925, with 20 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 Isao?

Approximately 13 people named Isao live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 246. That works out to roughly 1 in 25,250,033 Americans.

Is Isao a rare name?

Isao is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 25,250,033 Americans has this name.

What does the name Isao mean?

Isao means "conqueror" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Isao more male or female?

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

When was Isao most popular?

Isao peaked in 1925 with 20 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 US13
All-Time Births246
1 in X1 in 25,250,033
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age100
Peak Year1925
World Rank#12,045
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.