How Many People Are Named Nobuo?

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

Nobuo
Very Rare
Japanese

Nobuo means 'hardworking' in Japanese, making it a name rich in cultural significance. Only 4 people named Nobuo live in the US today, which means 1 in 83,780,161 Americans have this name. The vast majority of those named Nobuo are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~4
Living in US
1 in 83,780,161
Americans
1921
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Hardworking
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Diligent Persevering
22
Life Path Number

Life-path number 22 is often associated with leadership and vision, symbolizing someone who can inspire others and bring their dreams to reality.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

180,970
Worldwide Bearers
#5,797
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
179,494
🇧🇷 Brazil
680
🇺🇸 United States
563
🇹🇭 Thailand
82
🇨🇦 Canada
21
🇩🇪 Germany
18
🇨🇳 China
11
🇬🇧 England
10
🇫🇷 France
8
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
4 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 103
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
242
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 242 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: 1921

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
70
Classic Feel
74
Modern Appeal
26
International
100

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

📜 Nobuo Through the Generations

Nobuo peaked in popularity in 1921 with 23 births, marking a high point in its usage. Today, there are only 4 people named Nobuo living in the United States, indicating a significant decline in popularity over the decades. Interestingly, all 242 recorded births occurred among individuals now over 60 years old, suggesting that Nobuo is predominantly associated with older generations. This trend underscores its status as a traditional name with deep historical roots.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 113
California 51
Washington 5

✨ Similar Names to Nobuo

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nobuo's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Nobuo

How Many People Have the Name Nobuo?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4 people in the United States currently share the name Nobuo. That works out to roughly 1 in every 83,780,161 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nobuo a Common or Rare Name?

Nobuo 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 Nobuo Mean?

Nobuo means "hardworking" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Nobuo Most Popular?

The name Nobuo reached peak popularity in 1921, with 23 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 Nobuo?

Approximately 4 people named Nobuo live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 242. That works out to roughly 1 in 83,780,161 Americans.

Is Nobuo a rare name?

Nobuo is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 83,780,161 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nobuo mean?

Nobuo means "hardworking" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Nobuo more male or female?

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

When was Nobuo most popular?

Nobuo peaked in 1921 with 23 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 Births242
1 in X1 in 83,780,161
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age103
Peak Year1921
World Rank#5,797
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.