Minoru
Minoru is a boy's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
To bear fruit, harvest, or truth, depending on the kanji characters used.
Origin and history
Minoru is a traditional Japanese masculine name derived from a root meaning 'to bear fruit' or 'truth'. It was moderately popular among Japanese American families in the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it remains rare in contemporary United States birth records.
Popularity in the United States
675 babies in the United States have been named Minoru since 1880. It ranks #4001 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50.9 %)
- HI (47 %)
- WA (2.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 206 |
| 1920-1930 | 370 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Minoru
- Minoru Yamasaki: Architect
- Minoru Yasui: Lawyer, Civil Rights Activist
Fun facts
- The meaning of Minoru can vary significantly based on the kanji chosen to write it, often signifying 'to bear fruit' (実).
- Most U.S. birth records for Minoru date back to the first half of the 20th century.