Masaru
boy nameMasaru entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1222 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1222
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1706 |
| 1920s | #1547 |
| 1930s | #2887 |
| 1940s | #3549 |
| 1990s | #8435 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Masaru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Masaru alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Masaru in 2025?
- Masaru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Masaru most popular?
- Masaru peaked in 1917, reaching #1222 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Masaru with classmates?
- Masaru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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