Masato
boy nameMasato entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1205 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1205
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1677 |
| 1920s | #2328 |
| 1930s | #2979 |
| 1980s | #6315 |
| 1990s | #7376 |
| 2000s | #9236 |
| 2010s | #9074 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Masato are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Masato alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Masato in 2025?
- Masato is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Masato most popular?
- Masato peaked in 1913, reaching #1205 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Masato with classmates?
- Masato will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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