Boy Name

Yamato

"The ancient name for Japan and the Japanese people, representing the core Japanese ethnic identity and heritage."

About the Name Yamato

Meaning

The ancient name for Japan and the Japanese people, representing the core Japanese ethnic identity and heritage.

Origin

Japanese

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Y

Yamato is a boy name of Japanese origin. The name means "The ancient name for Japan and the Japanese people, representing the core Japanese ethnic identity and heritage." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with Y or explore other Japanese names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
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1980
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1990
#62
2000
#57
2010
#10
2020

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

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