Satoshi Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance: Name: Satoshi – Meaning: wise; clear-thinking – Origin: Japanese – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: sah-TOH-shee

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Satoshi is a Japanese name for boys meaning "wise; clear-thinking," pronounced sah-TOH-shee. If you're drawn to names with a global, trailblazing feel, this one carries both — a name that's traveled far while keeping a clear, grounded meaning at its center.

Meaning & Origin of Satoshi

Meaning: Wise; clear-thinking.

Origin: Japanese.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Satoshi

Phonetic: sah-TOH-shee   IPA: /sɑːˈtoʊʃiː/

Popularity of Satoshi

In Social Security data going back to 1912, Satoshi's high point was 1923, when it ranked #1930 with 18 babies given the name; by 2023 it had dropped to #13821, with just 5 babies recorded.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1912–2023.

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FAQ

What does the name Satoshi mean?

Wise; clear-thinking. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Satoshi)

How do you pronounce Satoshi?

Satoshi is pronounced sah-TOH-shee (IPA: /sɑːˈtoʊʃiː/).

Is Satoshi a popular name right now?

Satoshi peaked at #1930 in 1923 and is ranked #13821 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2023.)

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