How Many People Are Named Susumu?

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

Susumu
Very Rare
Japanese

Susumu means 'to advance' in Japanese, making it a name rich with forward momentum. Only 14 people named Susumu live in the US today, which means just 1 in 23,962,705 Americans have this unique moniker. The vast majority of those named Susumu are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~14
Living in US
1 in 23,962,705
Americans
1919
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Advance
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Determined Resilient
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 signifies harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

399,794
Worldwide Bearers
#2,584
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
398,200
🇺🇸 United States
769
🇧🇷 Brazil
535
🇹🇭 Thailand
105
🇨🇦 Canada
34
🇹🇼 Taiwan
11
🇨🇳 China
10
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
9
🇵🇾 Paraguay
8
🇺🇾 Uruguay
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
14 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 101
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
351
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 351 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: 1919

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
75
Classic Feel
76
Modern Appeal
24
International
100

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

📜 Susumu Through the Generations

Susumu, a name steeped in tradition and history, has seen its peak popularity in the United States during 1919 when 27 babies were given this name. Over the decades, the name has maintained a stable presence, with no significant fluctuations in usage. Today, only 14 individuals carry the name Susumu, with all but three being over the age of 60, indicating a strong generational skew towards older adults. This enduring legacy suggests that Susumu remains a cherished name among families who hold onto their cultural heritage.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 189
California 99

✨ Similar Names to Susumu

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Susumu's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Susumu

How Many People Have the Name Susumu?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 14 people in the United States currently share the name Susumu. That works out to roughly 1 in every 23,962,705 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Susumu a Common or Rare Name?

Susumu 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 Susumu Mean?

Susumu means "advance" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Susumu Most Popular?

The name Susumu reached peak popularity in 1919, with 27 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 Susumu?

Approximately 14 people named Susumu live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 351. That works out to roughly 1 in 23,962,705 Americans.

Is Susumu a rare name?

Susumu is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 23,962,705 Americans has this name.

What does the name Susumu mean?

Susumu means "advance" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Susumu more male or female?

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

When was Susumu most popular?

Susumu peaked in 1919 with 27 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 US14
All-Time Births351
1 in X1 in 23,962,705
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age101
Peak Year1919
World Rank#2,584
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.