Kota
Kota is a boy's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Great, big, or plump; often combined with roots meaning happiness or good fortune.
Origin and history
Kota is a masculine Japanese name derived from kanji combinations such as 幸 (ko) meaning good fortune and 太 (ta) meaning thick or big. It has seen increased modern usage in the United States, appearing as a fresh, short name with a contemporary feel. The name is also sometimes associated with Native American language roots, though its primary origin is Japanese.
Popularity in the United States
1,047 babies in the United States have been named Kota since 1880. It ranks #3638 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1483.
States where it is most popular
- CA (58.2 %)
- TX (21.2 %)
- FL (10.1 %)
- GA (2.6 %)
- IL (2.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 52 |
| 2000-2010 | 188 |
| 2010-2019 | 354 |
| 2020-2029 | 448 |
Famous people named Kota
- Kota Ibushi: Professional Wrestler
Fun facts
- In Japan, Kota can be written using various kanji combinations, each bestowing different meanings like luck or strength.
- Kota has grown steadily in the United States in recent years as parents seek short, vowel-ending names.