“man of virtuous hero” — Symbolizes a noble character
Japan origin · Boy name
♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls
#12090US 2021
6Births / yr
↓Falling
1.2kAll-time births
📅 Since 191000.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Yoshio
yoh·SHEE·oh
/joʊ.ˈʃiː.oʊ/ · stress on SHEE · 3 syllables
“man of virtuous hero”
Symbolizes a noble character · Japan origin
What does Yoshio mean and where does it come from?
Yoshio (義男) is a traditional Japanese name combining 'Yoshi' (義) meaning 'righteous, virtuous' and 'o' (男) meaning 'man'. It has been in use for many generations in Japan and symbolizes a noble character. The name is fairly common among Japanese males and is often given to boys born into families th
Cultural significance
Yoshio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of man of virtuous hero.
Peak popularity
Reached #798 in 1921 — currently #12090 in the US.
Falling — down 3729 spots — currently #12090 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1910–2021#12090 · Top 8.9%
1910
1915
1920
1925
1930
1935
1940
1985
1990
1995
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2021
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2021
#12090
6
▼ down 3729 · -25% births
2005
#8361
8
▲ up 2085 · +60% births
2000
#10446
5
▼ down 3983 · -37% births
1995
#6463
8
▼ down 569
1990
#5894
8
▼ down 2448 · -38% births
1985
#3446
13
▼ down 187 · +117% births
1940
#3259
6
▼ down 1059 · -50% births
1935
#2200
12
▼ down 924 · -62% births
1930
#1276
32
▼ down 344 · -40% births
1925
#932
53
▲ up 14 · -2% births
1920
#946
54
▲ up 5 · +23% births
1915
#951
44
▲ up 888 · +780% births
1910
#1839
5
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Yoshio
1925Rank #932
54
#4469
↘Falling
1910 - 202113 years
The story of Yoshio
Yoshio entered American naming records in 1910 and has been in use for over 114 years. With 1,169 total births recorded, Yoshio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1839 in 1910, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12090 in 2021.
Yoshio means "man of virtuous hero" — a name rooted in Japan tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Yoshio?
Yoshio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yoshio have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Yoshio?
Yoshio originates from Japan tradition. Japan names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Yoshio?
Yoshio is a three-syllable name pronounced Y OW0 SH IY1 OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Yoshio?
Yoshio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Japan heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Yoshio
For a sister
Yoshio & Emiko♡
Yoshio & Sakae♡
Yoshio & Misayo♡
Yoshio & Shizuye♡
For a brother
Yoshio & Emiko♡
Yoshio & Sakae♡
Yoshio & Sabe♡
Yoshio & Shigeru♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2021
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#12090
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇦🇺 Australia
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