Masayo
mah-SAH-yoh
Masayo is a girl’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “Masayo is a feminine Japanese name, often written with kanji that can vary, but commonly conveying meanings like 'generous generation' or 'righteous generation'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1915.
What Masayo Means
“Masayo is a feminine Japanese name, often written with kanji that can vary, but commonly conveying meanings like 'generous generation' or 'righteous generation'.”
The Story of Masayo
This name, emerging in the early 1900s, carries the quiet dignity of generosity and unwavering righteousness.
Masayo is a feminine Japanese name, first documented in 1914. The kanji characters used can vary, but common interpretations weave together themes of 'generous generation' or 'righteous generation.' It speaks to an enduring, honorable spirit passed down through families.
You imagine your daughter as a beacon of kindness, someone whose inherent generosity will ripple through her life and those she touches. This name suggests a wise and honorable soul, a child who will lead with integrity and compassion.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1915
Total Births
67
First Recorded
1914
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