Jiro — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Jiro is a masculine given name of Japanese origin. It is derived from the characters 'ji', meaning 'second son' or 'two', and 'ro', meaning 'son' or 'lad'. Therefore, Jiro can be interpreted as 'second son' or 'son of the second'.
Jiro
Meaning of Jiro:
Jiro is a masculine given name of Japanese origin. It is derived from the characters 'ji', meaning 'second son' or 'two', and 'ro', meaning 'son' or 'lad'. Therefore, Jiro can be interpreted as 'second son' or 'son of the second'. In Japanese culture, the second son is often believed to have unique attributes such as determination, ambition, and leadership qualities. People with the name Jiro are often seen as self-confident, ambitious, and strive for excellence in every aspect of their lives.
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Japanese
- US popularity: In 2022, 15 newborns in the United States were named Jiro (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1918 with 22 babies.
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What does the name Jiro mean?
Jiro is a masculine given name of Japanese origin. It is derived from the characters 'ji', meaning 'second son' or 'two', and 'ro', meaning 'son' or 'lad'. Therefore, Jiro can be interpreted as 'second son' or 'son of the second'.
What is the origin of the name Jiro?
Jiro is a boy's name of Japanese origin.
Is Jiro a boy or girl name?
Jiro is commonly used as a boy's name.
How popular is the name Jiro?
In 2022, 15 newborns in the United States were named Jiro, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1918, with 22 babies given the name.
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