Masami is a Japanese given name of both masculine and feminine use. Its origin comes from the combination of two kanji characters: "masa" which means "wide" or "extensive," and "mi" which can have several meanings such as "beauty," "beautiful," or "beautiful woman." Therefore, Masami could be interpreted to mean something like "beautifully extensive" or "wide beauty."
The name Masami has been used in Japan for many generations and there are numerous historical figures who bear this name. One notable example is Masami Taniguchi, a renowned Japanese painter known for his traditional-style works during the Edo period.
In modern times, Masami remains popular as a unisex given name in Japan, with many people choosing it for its positive connotations of beauty and expansiveness. However, despite its popularity within Japan, Masami is less commonly encountered outside of the country. Nonetheless, those who bear this name carry with them a rich history and meaningful origins that make it unique and special.
The name Masami experienced some fluctuations in popularity throughout the early to mid-20th century in the United States. The highest number of babies named Masami was born in 1917, with a total of 35 births that year. This peak was followed by a decline, with only 17 births recorded in 1918 and 11 in 1919.
The name's popularity seemed to stabilize in the late 1920s and early 1930s, with an average of about 10 births per year from 1922 to 1933. However, it's notable that there were no recorded births named Masami between 1934 and 1935, indicating a possible decline in popularity during this period.
By the end of the data provided, the total number of babies named Masami born in the United States from 1912 to 1936 was 288. These statistics show that while Masami was not among the most popular names during this time, it was still chosen for a significant number of newborns over these years.