Fusaye
A feminine Japanese name meaning "beautiful flowering time of spring".
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Fusaye. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Fusaye today is around 104 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fusaye births was 1924 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fusaye. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Fusaye is about 104 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Fusayes were born before 1932.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Fusaye. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1924
13 babies that year
Average age
104
years old
1931 SSA rank
#4,583
Tracked since 1880
Origin
Meaning and history of Fusaye
The given name Fusaye originates from Japan and has its roots in the Japanese language. It is a feminine name that was particularly popular during the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan.
Fusaye is derived from the Japanese words "fu," meaning wealth or fortune, and "saye," meaning together or in harmony. The name can be interpreted to mean "harmonious wealth" or "fortunate harmony." It was often given to girls in the hopes that they would lead prosperous and harmonious lives.
While the name does not appear to have been directly referenced in any ancient texts or religious scriptures, it likely emerged during the Edo period as a reflection of the cultural values and aspirations of the time.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Fusaye was Fusaye Katsuragi (1846-1908), a Japanese courtesan and geisha who lived during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. She was known for her beauty, intelligence, and skills in traditional Japanese arts.
Another notable figure was Fusaye Ichikawa (1865-1945), a Japanese writer and feminist activist who advocated for women's rights and education. She founded one of Japan's first private schools for girls and was a pioneer in the Japanese women's movement.
In the 20th century, Fusaye Tomiya (1903-1974) was a renowned Japanese classical dancer and choreographer. She helped preserve and promote traditional Japanese dance forms, such as Nihon Buyo, and was awarded the prestigious Order of Culture by the Japanese government.
Fusaye Kawatake (1917-1993) was a Japanese ceramist and textile artist who gained recognition for her innovative and experimental designs. Her works blended traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern techniques and materials.
Fusaye Ishikawa (1921-2003) was a Japanese novelist and children's book author. Her works, such as "Tsubakikaze" and "Natsu no Owari," explored themes of family, childhood, and the human condition, earning her numerous literary awards.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Fusaye throughout history, reflecting its cultural significance and enduring popularity in Japan.
People
Fusaye + last name combinations
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Related
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FAQ
Fusaye: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fusaye?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fusaye going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Fusaye a common name?
We classify Fusaye as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 71 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fusaye most popular?
The single biggest year for Fusaye was 1924, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fusaye is about 104 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Fusaye a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fusaye in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.