Isaburō
伊三郎(Isaburō)
Pronunciation: EE-sah-boo-roh
Meaning
Third son
Origin
undifferentiated Japanese kana
The Story Behind Isaburō
Isaburō is a traditional Japanese male name. The 'Isaburō' (伊三郎) combines 'I' (伊), which can mean 'Italy' or 'that one', 'sa' (三) meaning 'three', and 'burō' (郎) meaning 'son'. The 'burō' suffix is very common in traditional Japanese male names, often indicating birth order (e.g., Ichirō for first son, Jirō for second son). Therefore, Isaburō literally means 'third son'. Names indicating birth order were historically very common in Japan.
While the individual kanji can have other meanings, in the context of a name ending in '-burō' with 'san' (三) as the second character, the meaning of 'third son' is overwhelmingly the primary interpretation. The 'I' (伊) character is often used phonetically in such names without contributing a direct semantic meaning in this context, or it can be seen as an auspicious character.
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Is Isaburō Right for Your Baby?
Isaburō is a Traditional, Earthy name for boys that suits parents looking for something unique and distinctive. Most people will pronounce it correctly on the first try.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Isaburō
What does Isaburō mean?
Isaburō means "Third son". It is derived from undifferentiated Japanese kana.
What is the origin of Isaburō?
Isaburō originates from Japanese. Its cultural origin is undifferentiated Japanese kana.
Is Isaburō a male or female name?
Isaburō is a male name.
How do you pronounce Isaburō?
Isaburō is pronounced "EE-sah-boo-roh".
What language does Isaburō come from?
Isaburō comes from Japanese.
Is Isaburō a popular name?
Isaburō is considered a rare name, and its popularity trend is declining.
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