Masako
girl nameMasako entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #913 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
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rank today
#913
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1957 |
| 1910s | #1192 |
| 1920s | #1299 |
| 1930s | #2435 |
| 1940s | #4520 |
| 1970s | #7810 |
| 1990s | #13442 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Masako are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Masako alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Masako in 2025?
- Masako is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Masako most popular?
- Masako peaked in 1913, reaching #913 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Masako with classmates?
- Masako will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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