Boy Name

Kotaro

"Ko means small; taro is a common masculine suffix. Often represents a younger or smaller male."

About the Name Kotaro

Meaning

Ko means small; taro is a common masculine suffix. Often represents a younger or smaller male.

Origin

Japanese

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Kotaro is a boy name of Japanese origin. The name means "Ko means small; taro is a common masculine suffix. Often represents a younger or smaller male." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with K or explore other Japanese names.

Popularity Over Time

1950

1960

1970

1980

#27

1990

#73

2000

#71

2010

#18

2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Kotaro

KU Kotaro Uchikoshi (visual novel creator)

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