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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Courage, bravery
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ee-SAH-moo
Isamu is a Japanese name for boys, pronounced ee-SAH-moo, and it means courage and bravery. It has a bold, worldly feel that suits a parent looking for something with real strength behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Isamu
Meaning: Courage, bravery.
Origin: Japanese.
How to Pronounce Isamu
ee-SAH-mooIPA /iːˈsɑːmuː/
Popularity of Isamu
Isamu is rare in the U.S. It peaked at #1126 in 1922 with 40 babies, and by 2023 it ranked #11363 with just 6 babies given the name.
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FAQ
What does the name Isamu mean?
Courage, bravery.
How do you pronounce Isamu?
Isamu is pronounced ee-SAH-moo (IPA: /iːˈsɑːmuː/).
Is Isamu a popular name right now?
Isamu peaked at #1126 in 1922 and is ranked #11363 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2023.)
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