Masaru
mah-SAH-roo
Masaru is a boy’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “A Japanese name that can have various meanings depending on the kanji used, but often translates to 'victory' or 'triumph.' It is a strong and aspirational name.”, and peaked in popularity in 1917.
What Masaru Means
“A Japanese name that can have various meanings depending on the kanji used, but often translates to 'victory' or 'triumph.' It is a strong and aspirational name.”
The Story of Masaru
In 1917, when this name peaked, a child was born who embodied the very spirit of triumph, a legacy that still whispers to you.
Masaru is a Japanese given name, with its most common translation being 'victory' or 'triumph,' derived from the verb 'masaru' meaning 'to exceed' or 'to be superior.' While kanji can alter the precise meaning, the aspirational tone of overcoming and winning remains. It saw a brief surge in popularity in the early 20th century in the United States, a testament to its powerful, resonant sound.
Imagining your son's name, 'Masaru' sounds like a challenge met and conquered. It has the resonance of a decisive moment, the feeling of pushing through to a goal. When you write it on his birth certificate, you are inscribing a destiny of resilience and achievement into his very identity, a powerful anticipation of the battles he will win.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#31 in 1917
Total Births
447
First Recorded
1912
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