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Male Name

Hiroshi

çi.ɾo̞.ɕi
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

Categories

archaic Japanese
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boxers
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currently out of the US top 1000

Writing Systems

ひろしJapanese Hiragana
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
classic80%
formal65%
common65%
urban80%
wholesome80%
strong100%
simple80%
serious65%

Meaning & Etymology

The name Hiroshi (ひろし, ヒロシ) is a common masculine Japanese given name, often associated with meanings such as 'tolerant, generous' (寛) or 'prosperous' (浩). It can also be transliterated as Hirosi. The name is versatile, with various kanji combinations that share the same pronunciation but may carry different meanings.

Etymology

Original Form:

Japanese

Evolution:

The name Hiroshi has evolved from traditional Japanese kanji, with its meanings rooted in positive attributes like generosity and prosperity. Over time, it has maintained its popularity due to its pos...

Source:

Japanese language and cultural traditions

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