Shinobu
shee-noh-boo
Shinobu is a unisex name of Japanese origin, meaning “A Japanese name meaning 'endurance', 'patience', or 'stealth'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1919.
What Shinobu Means
“A Japanese name meaning 'endurance', 'patience', or 'stealth'.”
The Story of Shinobu
Your child will possess a quiet tenacity, an inner resilience that can weather any storm.
Shinobu is a Japanese name with deep roots, meaning 'endurance,' 'patience,' or 'stealth.' First appearing in 1919, it carries a legacy of quiet strength and the virtue of steadfastness through hardship.
For your child, this name suggests a profound inner strength and a patient spirit. You envision them facing life's trials with grace and a determined, unyielding resolve.
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The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Shinobu Hashimoto
Japanese screenwriter, worked with Akira Kurosawa
Shinobu Terada
Japanese actress
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1919
Total Births
10
First Recorded
1919
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