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Chisato
Female
« Chisato is a Japanese feminine given name composed of the kanji characters "千" (chi) meaning 'thousand' and "里" (sato) meaning 'village', translating to 'a thousand villages'. It was popular during the Edo period and remains so today, with notable figures such as singer-songwriter Chisato Katō and actress Chisato Miyazaki bearing this name. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Chisato is a feminine given name of Japanese origin. It is composed of two kanji characters: "千" (chi) which means "thousand", and "里" (sato) which means "village". Thus, the name Chisato translates to "a thousand villages".
The name Chisato has been used in Japan for centuries, but it gained popularity during the Edo period (1603-1868) when it was often given to daughters of samurai families. It is still a popular name today, with many notable individuals named Chisato.
One famous bearer of this name is singer-songwriter Chisato Katō, who achieved success in Japan and beyond during the 1980s and 1990s. Another notable figure is actress Chisato Miyazaki, known for her roles in Japanese television dramas and films.
While Chisato is primarily used in Japan, it has also gained recognition internationally due to its unique sound and meaning. It is often associated with qualities such as elegance, grace, and charm. However, like all names, individual personalities and characteristics can vary greatly regardless of the name they bear.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Chisato since 1880
Total births
34
Total since 1880
Peak year
1921
7 births
in 2002
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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