How Many People Are Named Mamoru?

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

Mamoru
Very Rare
Japanese

Mamoru means 'to protect' in Japanese, making it a name rich with meaning. Only four people in the US today carry this name, representing just 1 in 81,025,140 Americans. The oldest generation holds onto this classic name, with all known bearers being over 60.

~4
Living in US
1 in 81,025,140
Americans
1924
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
To protect
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Protective Resilient Determined
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes completion and humanitarianism.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

170,935
Worldwide Bearers
#6,144
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
170,102
🇧🇷 Brazil
521
🇹🇭 Thailand
73
🇺🇸 United States
42
🇷🇺 Russia
38
🇨🇦 Canada
27
🇩🇪 Germany
19
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
19
🇵🇾 Paraguay
15
🇨🇳 China
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
4 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 102
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
182
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 182 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: 1924

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
66
Classic Feel
72
Modern Appeal
28
International
100

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

📜 Mamoru Through the Generations

Mamoru, a name steeped in tradition and protection, saw its peak popularity in 1924 with 16 births. Over the decades, it has remained a stable choice, though its usage has dwindled significantly. Today, only 182 individuals born under this name are over 60, reflecting a strong generational skew towards the elderly. This rarity and longevity make Mamoru a unique and cherished name among those who bear it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 106
California 10

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Mamoru's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Mamoru

How Many People Have the Name Mamoru?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4 people in the United States currently share the name Mamoru. That works out to roughly 1 in every 81,025,140 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Mamoru a Common or Rare Name?

Mamoru 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 Mamoru Mean?

Mamoru means "to protect" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Mamoru Most Popular?

The name Mamoru reached peak popularity in 1924, with 16 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 Mamoru?

Approximately 4 people named Mamoru live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 182. That works out to roughly 1 in 81,025,140 Americans.

Is Mamoru a rare name?

Mamoru is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 81,025,140 Americans has this name.

What does the name Mamoru mean?

Mamoru means "to protect" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Mamoru more male or female?

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

When was Mamoru most popular?

Mamoru peaked in 1924 with 16 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 US4
All-Time Births182
1 in X1 in 81,025,140
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age102
Peak Year1924
World Rank#6,144
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.