Find out how popular the first name Hajime has been for the last 1 years (from 1991 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Hajime by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Hajime is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Hajime.

The history of the first name Hajime

The given name Hajime originates from Japanese language and culture. Its roots can be traced back to the 8th century CE during the Nara period of ancient Japan. The name is derived from the verb "hajimeru" which means "to begin" or "to start" in Japanese. It is composed of the kanji characters "??" (ha) meaning "beginning" and "??" (ji) meaning "origin" or "foundation."

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Hajime can be found in the Kojiki, an ancient chronicle of Japanese myths and legends compiled in 712 CE. In this text, the name appears as a reference to the concept of "beginning" or "origin."

Throughout Japanese history, the name Hajime has been associated with individuals who were pioneers or trailblazers in their respective fields. One notable figure was Hajime Tanaka (1888-1965), a Japanese politician who served as the Prime Minister of Japan from 1927 to 1929.

Another prominent individual with the name Hajime was Hajime Isayama (1915-1977), a Japanese architect and designer known for his work on the Tokyo Olympic Games facilities in 1964.

In the world of literature, Hajime Okochi (1925-2015) was a renowned Japanese poet and essayist who explored themes of nature and the human condition.

The martial arts world also had a notable figure named Hajime Kazumi (1926-2017), a Japanese Shotokan Karate master and instructor who played a significant role in spreading the art internationally.

Lastly, Hajime Ishikawa (1936-2018) was a Japanese engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of liquid crystal displays (LCDs), which revolutionized the electronics industry.

These are just a few examples of historically significant individuals who bore the name Hajime, but the name has been widely used throughout Japan's history, often carrying the connotation of "new beginnings" or "pioneering spirit."

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