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Yoshi

YOH-shee

Yoshi is a unisex name of Japanese origin, meaning “A common Japanese name meaning 'good,' 'lucky,' or 'respectful.' The meaning varies depending on the kanji used to write it.”. It currently ranks #8930 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginJapanese

What Yoshi Means

A common Japanese name meaning 'good,' 'lucky,' or 'respectful.' The meaning varies depending on the kanji used to write it.

The Story of Yoshi

A name that embodies kindness and luck, Yoshi carries the simple elegance of Japan, arriving to bless your child.

Yoshi is a common Japanese name whose meaning shifts with the kanji used to write it, often conveying 'good,' 'lucky,' or 'respectful.' It has a long history in Japan, carried through generations as a symbol of virtue and good fortune. Its journey across the world has introduced its pleasant sound and positive connotations to diverse cultures, becoming recognized for its inherent warmth and auspicious spirit.

When you say 'Yoshi' aloud, it feels friendly and open, a name that conjures images of a child with a kind heart and a keen mind. Writing this name on your baby's birth announcement feels like sending out a beacon of good luck and gentle respect into the world.

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Gender Split

Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Yoshi Wada

    Japanese-American artist and experimental musician

  • Yoshi Tatsu

    Professional Japanese Wrestler

Personality Traits

KindLuckyRespectfulIntelligent

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Peak Year

#19 in 2022

Total Births

303

First Recorded

1914

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