How Many People Are Named Masahiro?

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

Masahiro
Very Rare
Japanese

Masahiro means 'great brightness' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 6,769,118 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 49 people named Masahiro living in the US today. The name peaked in popularity in 1998 with 9 births, showing a slow decline since then.

~49
Living in US
1 in 6,769,118
Americans
1998
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Great brightness
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Bright Inspiring Determined Hopeful
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

354,138
Worldwide Bearers
#2,942
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
351,758
🇺🇸 United States
907
🇹🇭 Thailand
498
🇧🇷 Brazil
446
🇨🇦 Canada
62
🇩🇪 Germany
46
🇬🇧 England
44
🇲🇾 Malaysia
42
🇸🇬 Singapore
29
🇵🇭 Philippines
27

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
49 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 43
25
Would be under 30 (40%)
25
Would be 30–60 (40%)
13
Would be over 60 (21%)

All 63 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: 1998

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
47
Classic Feel
21
Modern Appeal
99
International
100

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

📜 Masahiro Through the Generations

Masahiro, meaning 'great brightness', has seen a steady but small presence in the United States, with only 63 total births recorded throughout history. As of today, there are 49 Masahiros living in the country, reflecting a very rare name that's part of a newer generation. The average age of those named Masahiro is 43, with a fairly even distribution across different age groups: 40% under 30, 39% aged 30-60, and 21% over 60. This suggests that while the name is relatively new, it's gaining traction among parents looking for a unique yet meaningful choice.

✨ Similar Names to Masahiro

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Masahiro's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Masahiro

How Many People Have the Name Masahiro?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 49 people in the United States currently share the name Masahiro. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,769,118 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Masahiro a Common or Rare Name?

Masahiro 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 Masahiro Mean?

Masahiro means "great brightness" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Masahiro Most Popular?

The name Masahiro reached peak popularity in 1998, with 9 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

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 Masahiro?

Approximately 49 people named Masahiro live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 63. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,769,118 Americans.

Is Masahiro a rare name?

Masahiro is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,769,118 Americans has this name.

What does the name Masahiro mean?

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

Is Masahiro more male or female?

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

When was Masahiro most popular?

Masahiro peaked in 1998 with 9 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

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 US49
All-Time Births63
1 in X1 in 6,769,118
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age43
Peak Year1998
World Rank#2,942
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.