Find out how popular the first name Hideki has been for the last 9 years (from 1974 to 1982) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Hideki by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Hideki is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1982, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Hideki.

The history of the first name Hideki

The name Hideki is a Japanese masculine given name. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Japanese language. The name is comprised of two kanji characters: "hi" meaning "excellent" or "admirable," and "deki" meaning "to be born" or "to come into existence."

The earliest recorded use of the name Hideki dates back to the Heian period in Japan, which lasted from 794 to 1185 CE. During this time, the name appeared in various literary works and historical records, indicating its popularity among the nobility and samurai classes.

One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Hideki was Hideki Tojo (1884-1948), a Japanese military leader and prime minister during World War II. He played a significant role in Japan's imperial expansion and was later convicted of war crimes by the International Military Tribunal for the Far East.

Another prominent individual with the name Hideki was Hideki Yukawa (1907-1981), a Japanese theoretical physicist who received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1949 for his prediction of the existence of mesons, subatomic particles that mediate the strong nuclear force.

In the realm of sports, Hideki Matsui (born in 1974), a former professional baseball player, achieved fame as an outfielder for the New York Yankees and was a key member of their 2009 World Series championship team.

Hideki Noda (1955-2008) was a renowned Japanese playwright, director, and actor, known for his avant-garde theatrical works that often explored social and political themes. His plays, such as "The Bee" and "The Doll House," gained critical acclaim both in Japan and internationally.

Lastly, Hideki Kamiya (born in 1970) is a Japanese video game designer and writer, best known for his work on successful game franchises like "Resident Evil," "Devil May Cry," and "Bayonetta." His contributions have significantly influenced the action and survival horror genres in the gaming industry.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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