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    Jinzaburō

    仁三郎(Jinzaburō)

    Pronunciation: JIN-zah-boo-roh

    ♂ Male
    Japanese

    Meaning

    benevolence, three, son

    Origin

    Japanese

    The Story Behind Jinzaburō

    Jinzaburō is a traditional Japanese male given name. Like many Japanese names, its meaning is derived from the combination of kanji characters used to write it. The most common combination is 仁 (jin) meaning 'benevolence, humanity', 三 (za, san) meaning 'three', and 郎 (burō) meaning 'son'. This structure of combining a number with 'son' (e.g., Ichirō for 'first son', Jirō for 'second son') was historically common for male names, especially for indicating birth order.

    The name carries a sense of traditional Japanese values, particularly 'benevolence' which is a key concept in Confucianism, a philosophy that heavily influenced Japanese culture. The 'three' might refer to birth order or simply be a phonetic component. While not as common in contemporary Japan as it once was, it retains a classic and dignified feel.

    Popularity & Trends

    Rarity:
    Rare
    Trend:Declining
    Era:Early 1900s, Mid-century
    Popular in:Japan

    Popularity Trends

    Is Jinzaburō Right for Your Baby?

    Jinzaburō is a Traditional, Dignified, Classic name for boys that suits parents looking for something unique and distinctive. It may require a brief explanation of pronunciation in some regions.

    Syllables4
    LengthLong
    International UseNiche
    PronunciationModerate

    Regions Where Jinzaburō Is Used

    Japanese

    Name Vibe

    Traditional
    Dignified
    Classic

    Famous People Named Jinzaburō

    • Jinzaburō Takagi (高木 仁三郎) - Japanese nuclear physicist and anti-nuclear activist
    • Jinzaburō Masaki (真崎 甚三郎) - General in the Imperial Japanese Army

    Jinzaburō in different fonts

    JinzaburōDancing Script
    JinzaburōCaveat
    JinzaburōSatisfy
    JinzaburōPacifico
    JinzaburōGreat Vibes

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Jinzaburō

    What does Jinzaburō mean?

    Jinzaburō means "benevolence, three, son". It is derived from Japanese.

    What is the origin of Jinzaburō?

    Jinzaburō originates from Japanese. Its cultural origin is Japanese.

    Is Jinzaburō a male or female name?

    Jinzaburō is a male name.

    How do you pronounce Jinzaburō?

    Jinzaburō is pronounced "JIN-zah-boo-roh".

    What language does Jinzaburō come from?

    Jinzaburō comes from Japanese.

    Is Jinzaburō a popular name?

    Jinzaburō is considered a rare name, and its popularity trend is declining.

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