All about the name
Yoshihiko
Male
« Yoshihiko is a Japanese boy's name composed of "yoshi" meaning calm, and "hiko" derived from Hikohito, meaning successor to the emperor. It translates to calm successor and was prominently used during the Edo period (1603-1868), notably by Tokugawa Yoshihiko, the 9th shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Yoshihiko is a masculine given name of Japanese origin. It is composed of two elements: "yoshi" which means "good" or "calm," and "hiko" which is derived from the name Hikohito, meaning "successor to the emperor." Thus, Yoshihiko translates to "calm successor."
The name Yoshihiko has a rich history in Japan. It gained prominence during the Edo period (1603-1868), with notable individuals bearing this name. One of the most famous was Tokugawa Yoshihiko, the 9th shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Born Tokugawa Iesato, he adopted the name Yoshihiko upon ascending to the shogunate in 1745.
Today, Yoshihiko remains a popular choice among Japanese parents for their sons. It continues to evoke images of calmness, wisdom, and royal succession, reflecting the enduring legacy of its historical figures. Despite being more common in Japan, Yoshihiko has also gained some international recognition due to globalization and cultural exchange.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Yoshihiko since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1926
5 births
in 1926
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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