How Many People Are Named Yoshiaki?

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

Yoshiaki
Very Rare
Japanese

Yoshiaki means 'good ruler' in Japanese, making it a name steeped in leadership qualities. Only one person named Yoshiaki lives in the US today, which is just 1 in 391,542,678 Americans. The name peaked in popularity way back in 1926 with 13 births.

~1
Living in US
1 in 391,542,678
Americans
1926
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Good ruler
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Dignified Resolute Honorable
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

309,568
Worldwide Bearers
#3,369
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
307,917
🇺🇸 United States
608
🇧🇷 Brazil
550
🇹🇭 Thailand
214
🇨🇦 Canada
47
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
25
🇬🇺 Guam
24
🇩🇪 Germany
18
🇲🇽 Mexico
17
🇫🇷 France
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 102
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
89
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 89 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: 1926

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
53
Classic Feel
69
Modern Appeal
31
International
100

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

📜 Yoshiaki Through the Generations

Yoshiaki, a name that echoes the grandeur of ancient Japanese nobility, has seen a steady presence through the decades but remains incredibly rare. With only 89 recorded births throughout history, it's a name that's truly set apart. Interestingly, all 89 individuals born with this name are now over 60 years old, painting a picture of a generation that's seen much of the world's history unfold. This unique demographic distribution gives Yoshiaki a distinct character, linking it closely to the past while maintaining its air of exclusivity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Hawaii 30
California 23

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Yoshiaki's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Yoshiaki

How Many People Have the Name Yoshiaki?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1 people in the United States currently share the name Yoshiaki. That works out to roughly 1 in every 391,542,678 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Yoshiaki a Common or Rare Name?

Yoshiaki 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 Yoshiaki Mean?

Yoshiaki means "good ruler" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Yoshiaki Most Popular?

The name Yoshiaki reached peak popularity in 1926, with 13 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 Yoshiaki?

Approximately 1 people named Yoshiaki live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 89. That works out to roughly 1 in 391,542,678 Americans.

Is Yoshiaki a rare name?

Yoshiaki is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 391,542,678 Americans has this name.

What does the name Yoshiaki mean?

Yoshiaki means "good ruler" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Yoshiaki more male or female?

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

When was Yoshiaki most popular?

Yoshiaki peaked in 1926 with 13 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 US1
All-Time Births89
1 in X1 in 391,542,678
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age102
Peak Year1926
World Rank#3,369
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.