How Many People Are Named Kiyoshi?

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

Kiyoshi
Very Rare
Japanese

Kiyoshi means 'child of sincerity' in Japanese, making it a name rich in heritage. Only 388 people named Kiyoshi live in the US today, which means 1 in 851,188 Americans have this unique name. The majority of those named Kiyoshi are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older-generation feel.

~388
Living in US
1 in 851,188
Americans
1923
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Child of sincerity
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Sincere Respected Dignified Thoughtful
6
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 6 represents harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

616,367
Worldwide Bearers
#1,602
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
612,896
🇧🇷 Brazil
1,495
🇺🇸 United States
1,362
🇹🇭 Thailand
180
🇨🇦 Canada
86
🇲🇽 Mexico
45
🇩🇪 Germany
31
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
31
🇵🇭 Philippines
29
🇨🇱 Chile
25

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
373 (96%)
♀ Female
15 (4%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 78
255
Would be under 30 (21%)
118
Would be 30–60 (10%)
859
Would be over 60 (70%)

All 1,232 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: 1923

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
89
Classic Feel
84
Modern Appeal
26
International
100

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

📜 Kiyoshi Through the Generations

Kiyoshi has been a steady presence in American naming trends since its peak in 1923 when 66 babies were given this name. Today, the name's popularity remains stable, with most of the 388 living bearers being over 60 years old. This age distribution suggests that Kiyoshi is more commonly found among older generations, reflecting its traditional roots and enduring appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 398
California 349
Washington 15

⭐ Famous People Named Kiyoshi

Kiyoshi,, is a Japanese given name, also spelled Kyoshi.…

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✨ Similar Names to Kiyoshi

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Kiyoshi's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Kiyoshi

How Many People Have the Name Kiyoshi?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 388 people in the United States currently share the name Kiyoshi. That works out to roughly 1 in every 851,188 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Kiyoshi a Common or Rare Name?

Kiyoshi 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 Kiyoshi Mean?

Kiyoshi means "child of sincerity" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Kiyoshi in SSA data, approximately 96% are male and 4% are female.

When Was Kiyoshi Most Popular?

The name Kiyoshi reached peak popularity in 1923, with 66 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 Kiyoshi?

Approximately 388 people named Kiyoshi live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,232. That works out to roughly 1 in 851,188 Americans.

Is Kiyoshi a rare name?

Kiyoshi is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 851,188 Americans has this name.

What does the name Kiyoshi mean?

Kiyoshi means "child of sincerity" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Kiyoshi more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 96% of people named Kiyoshi are male and 4% are female.

When was Kiyoshi most popular?

Kiyoshi peaked in 1923 with 66 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 US388
All-Time Births1,232
1 in X1 in 851,188
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age78
Peak Year1923
World Rank#1,602
Male %96%
Female %4%

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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.