Tsugio
A masculine Japanese name consisting of the words 'tsugu' (continue) and 'go' (future).
Name Census estimates that about 3 living Americans carry the first name Tsugio. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tsugio today is around 109 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tsugio births was 1920 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tsugio. 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
- • The typical person named Tsugio is about 109 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Tsugios were born before 1927.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Tsugio. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
3
~ 1 in 114,251,446 Americans
Peak year
1920
13 babies that year
Average age
109
years old
1931 SSA rank
#4,283
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Tsugio: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tsugio from the 1910s through to the 1930s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 74 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tsugio 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 Tsugio during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tsugios live
Origin
Meaning and history of Tsugio
The name Tsugio is a Japanese masculine given name. It has its origins in the Japanese language and culture, with roots dating back several centuries. The name is derived from the Japanese words "tsugi," meaning "next" or "successor," and "o," which is an honorific particle often added to names to show respect.
In ancient Japan, the name Tsugio was often given to sons who were expected to inherit family legacies or carry on important traditions. It signified the hope that the child would become a worthy successor to their parents or ancestors, upholding the family's values and responsibilities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tsugio can be found in the chronicles of the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE), where it was used by samurai families and members of the nobility. During this era, the name was associated with ideals of honor, duty, and leadership.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tsugio. One of the earliest was Tsugio Nakatomi (1151-1227), a prominent court noble and scholar during the late Heian period. He was known for his expertise in poetry and classical literature.
Another influential figure was Tsugio Kinoshita (1888-1961), a renowned Japanese playwright and novelist. His works, such as "Ningen Shikkaku" (No Longer Human), explored themes of alienation and existentialism, and had a significant impact on modern Japanese literature.
In the realm of politics, Tsugio Matsuzaka (1892-1966) was a prominent figure. He served as the Minister of Education and later as the Governor of Tokyo during the Showa era, playing a pivotal role in shaping Japan's education system and urban development.
Tsugio Amemiya (1900-1966) was a renowned artist and printmaker, known for his intricate woodblock prints that captured the essence of traditional Japanese culture and landscapes. His works are highly regarded and displayed in several museums worldwide.
More recently, Tsugio Makino (1935-2022) was a respected sumo wrestler and coach, achieving the prestigious rank of ozeki (second-highest rank in sumo) during his active career. He later became a renowned sumo elder and mentor, guiding and training future generations of wrestlers.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Tsugio throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Japan.
People
Tsugio + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tsugio 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
Tsugio: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tsugio?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 3 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tsugio 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 1 in 114,251,446 US residents.
Is Tsugio a common name?
We classify Tsugio as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 123 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tsugio most popular?
The single biggest year for Tsugio was 1920, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tsugio is about 109 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 Tsugio in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tsugio a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tsugio 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 Tsugio still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tsugio 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 Tsugio 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 common is the name Tsugio?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people have the name Tsugio at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.