Tatsuro
A masculine Japanese name meaning "dragon son" or "leading son".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Tatsuro. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tatsuro today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tatsuro births was 1916 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tatsuro. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Tatsuro. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1916
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1916 SSA rank
#4,458
Tracked since 1916
Popularity
Tatsuro: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Tatsuro by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Tatsuro during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Tatsuro
The given name Tatsuro is of Japanese origin, derived from the combination of two words: "tatsu" meaning "dragon" and "ro" meaning "son" or "male." This name reflects the cultural significance of dragons in Japanese mythology and folklore, where they are revered as powerful and auspicious creatures.
The earliest known use of the name Tatsuro dates back to the 8th century CE, during the Nara period in Japan. It was a popular name among the nobility and samurai class, who often chose names with strong and symbolic meanings to reflect their status and aspirations.
In ancient Japanese texts, such as the "Kojiki" (Records of Ancient Matters) and "Nihon Shoki" (The Chronicles of Japan), there are references to individuals with the name Tatsuro or similar variations. These texts provide insights into the historical context and cultural significance of the name.
One notable historical figure bearing the name Tatsuro was Tatsuro Tamba (1552-1636), a renowned Japanese warrior and samurai who served under the powerful Tokugawa shogunate. His bravery and loyalty in battle earned him a distinguished reputation in Japanese history.
Another famous Tatsuro was Tatsuro Inouye (1835-1915), a Japanese philosopher and educator who played a pivotal role in modernizing Japan's education system during the Meiji Restoration period. His contributions to educational reforms and the promotion of Western knowledge had a lasting impact on Japanese society.
In the realm of arts and culture, Tatsuro Yamashita (1953-), a Japanese singer-songwriter and record producer, gained international recognition for his contributions to the Japanese pop music scene. His unique blend of Western and Japanese musical styles has influenced generations of artists.
Tatsuro Toyoda (1963-), a Japanese businessman and the current president of Toyota Motor Corporation, is another notable figure bearing this name. His leadership and vision have guided one of the world's largest automobile manufacturers through challenging times.
Tatsuro Inamoto (1980-), a former Japanese professional football player, represented his country in the 2002 FIFA World Cup and had a successful career playing for clubs in Japan and Europe, including Arsenal FC in the English Premier League.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Tatsuro, each leaving a distinct mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Japan and beyond.
People
Tatsuro + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tatsuro as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tatsuro: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tatsuro?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tatsuro 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 - US residents.
Is Tatsuro a common name?
We classify Tatsuro as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tatsuro most popular?
The single biggest year for Tatsuro was 1916, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tatsuro is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Tatsuro in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tatsuro a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tatsuro in the SSA data are male. 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.
Is Tatsuro still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tatsuro in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Tatsuro can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Tatsuro?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.