Find out how popular the first name Iroha has been for the last 16 years (from 2008 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Iroha by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Iroha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Iroha.

The history of the first name Iroha

The name Iroha has its origins in the Japanese language. It is derived from the Japanese word "iro", meaning "color", and "ha", meaning "leaf" or "petal". The name is believed to have been in use since at least the 10th century AD.

The name Iroha gained particular significance in Japanese culture due to its association with the "Iroha" poem, also known as the "Iroha Karuta". This poem, composed in the late 10th or early 11th century, is a mnemonic device that contains each character of the Japanese hiragana syllabary exactly once. The poem is often used as a tool for teaching the hiragana script to children.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Iroha was Iroha no Tsubone, a Japanese noblewoman and lady-in-waiting who lived during the Kamakura period (1185-1333). She is known for her skill in poetry and her association with the Retired Emperor Go-Toba.

Another notable figure with the name Iroha was Iroha Miyako, a Japanese waka poet who lived during the Muromachi period (1336-1573). Her poems were included in several imperial anthologies, and she was renowned for her mastery of the waka form.

In the 17th century, Iroha Ando was a Japanese painter and calligrapher who specialized in the Rinpa style. She was renowned for her delicate and elegant depictions of nature scenes.

During the Edo period (1603-1868), Iroha Minamoto was a prominent author and scholar. She wrote several works on literature and philosophy, and her writings were highly influential in her time.

In more recent history, Iroha Kakizaki (1919-2007) was a Japanese actress and singer who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career, spanning several decades.

While the name Iroha is primarily associated with Japanese culture and history, it has also been used in other contexts and languages, though its origins can be traced back to the Japanese language and the iconic "Iroha" poem.

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