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Masahiro

mah-SAH-hee-roh

Masahiro is a boy’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “A Japanese given name, 'Masahiro' typically combines characters meaning 'true' or 'righteous' and 'broad' or 'prosperous,' signifying a virtuous and expansive life.”, and peaked in popularity in 1998.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginJapanese

What Masahiro Means

A Japanese given name, 'Masahiro' typically combines characters meaning 'true' or 'righteous' and 'broad' or 'prosperous,' signifying a virtuous and expansive life.

The Story of Masahiro

Consider a name that embodies truth and breadth, a guiding light for a life lived with purpose and prosperity.

Masahiro is a Japanese given name that typically combines characters meaning 'true' or 'righteous' (masa) with 'broad,' 'prosperous,' or 'great' (hiro). This name has been carried by notable figures, including baseball pitcher Masahiro Tanaka, signifying a life of virtuous achievement.

You imagine your son, Masahiro, as a person of deep integrity and expansive spirit. This name suggests a child who will lead with honesty and embrace a life filled with virtuous success and broad horizons.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Masahiro Tanaka

    Japanese professional baseball pitcher for the New York Yankees.

Personality Traits

VirtuousProsperousHonestWise

Peak Year

#9 in 1998

Total Births

63

First Recorded

1925

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