All about the name
Yoshinobu
Male
« Yoshinobu is a Japanese masculine given name composed of "요" meaning "good" or "abundant," and "신부" meaning "newlywed." It translates to "good newlywed" or "abundant newlywed," with notable bearers including Tokugawa Yoshinobu, the last shogun of the Edo period. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Yoshinobu is a Japanese masculine given name. It is composed of two kanji characters: "요" which means "good" or "abundant," and "신부" which means "newlywed." Therefore, the name Yoshinobu literally translates to "good newlywed" or "abundant newlywed."
The name Yoshinobu has a rich history in Japan. It was notably borne by several prominent figures throughout Japanese history, including:
1. Tokugawa Yoshinobu (徳川 義侠; December 22, 1837 – November 22, 1913): He was the 15th and last shogun of the Edo period. After surrendering his position to Emperor Meiji in 1868, he played a significant role in the Meiji Restoration by transferring power from the Tokugawa shogunate to the imperial court.
2. Nabeshima Yoshinobu (鍋島 義宜; 1590 – June 24, 1657): He was a daimyo of the early Edo period and the 1st lord of the Nabeshima clan during their rule over the Saga Domain.
The name Yoshinobu is often associated with leadership, wisdom, and adaptability, as these historical figures demonstrated through their roles in shaping Japanese history. However, it's essential to note that this association is not universally applicable to all individuals named Yoshinobu.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Yoshinobu since 1880
Total births
33
Total since 1880
Peak year
1925
7 births
in 1927
5
Recent births (5 years)
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