Yamato: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A proud name meaning great harmony, the ancient heart of Japan.
- Origin
- Japanese
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #13828
- Peak
- #7560 in 2007
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Yamato Means
Yamato is a boy name of Japanese origin. A proud name meaning great harmony, the ancient heart of Japan.
How Popular Yamato Is
Yamato currently ranks #13828 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7560 in 2007. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Yamato
- Yamato is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Yamato is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Yamato
Other Japanese names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Yamato
Japanese names that pair well as a brother or sister to Yamato.
Questions About Yamato
What does Yamato mean?
Yamato is a boy name of Japanese origin. A proud name meaning great harmony, the ancient heart of Japan.
How popular is Yamato?
Yamato currently ranks #13828 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7560 in 2007. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Yamato come from?
Yamato comes from Japanese roots. Yamato is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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