Find out how popular the first name Tatsuya has been for the last 20 years (from 1988 to 2007) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tatsuya by gender

Based on the last 20 years of data, Tatsuya is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2007, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tatsuya.

The history of the first name Tatsuya

The name Tatsuya is of Japanese origin and has been in use for centuries. It is a masculine name composed of two kanji characters: "tatsu" meaning "dragon" and "ya" meaning "night" or "arrow." The name can be interpreted to mean "dragon night" or "dragon arrow."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tatsuya dates back to the 8th century CE, during the Nara period in Japan. It was mentioned in an ancient text called the Shoku Nihongi, which chronicled the lives of Japanese emperors and nobility. However, the name likely predates written records and may have been used in oral traditions even earlier.

During the Edo period (1603-1868), the name Tatsuya gained popularity among the samurai class and was often given to sons of noble families. It was seen as a strong and auspicious name, with the dragon symbolizing power and strength.

One notable historical figure with the name Tatsuya was Tatsuya Inouye (1836-1915), a Japanese naval officer and politician who played a significant role in the modernization of Japan's navy during the Meiji era. He served as the Minister of the Navy and was instrumental in the country's victory in the Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895).

Another famous Tatsuya was Tatsuya Murayama (1901-1984), a Japanese novelist and poet who wrote extensively about the experiences of the working class and the struggles of the common people during the early 20th century. His works were renowned for their social commentary and vivid portrayal of everyday life in Japan.

In the realm of sports, Tatsuya Furuhashi (1899-1965) was a celebrated Japanese baseball player and manager. He played for the Yomiuri Giants and is considered one of the pioneers of professional baseball in Japan. His contributions to the sport earned him induction into the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame in 1959.

Tatsuya Nagai (1876-1957) was a prominent Japanese chemist and academic who made significant contributions to the field of colloid chemistry. He served as the president of Kyoto Imperial University (now Kyoto University) and was awarded the Order of Culture by the Japanese government for his scientific achievements.

Tatsuya Nakadai (born 1932) is a renowned Japanese actor who has appeared in numerous films, including classics like Harakiri (1962), Kwaidan (1964), and The Sword of Doom (1966). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in Japanese cinema and has received numerous awards and accolades for his performances.

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