Minoru
boy nameMinoru entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #963 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#963
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1383 |
| 1920s | #1238 |
| 1930s | #2440 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Minoru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Minoru 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 Minoru in 2025?
- Minoru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Minoru most popular?
- Minoru peaked in 1926, reaching #963 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Minoru with classmates?
- Minoru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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