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Satoshi
Pronounced sah-TOH-shee /sɑˈtoʊ.ʃi/Medium
Meaning: Satoshi is a Japanese given name whose meaning depends on the kanji chosen; common characters render it as 'wise, clear-thinking' or 'quick-witted, intelligent,' and it has long been used for boys in Japan.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Satoshi is an established Japanese boy's name, most often carrying the sense 'wise' or 'clear-thinking' through the kanji characters used to write it. In United States records it appears sparingly, largely among Japanese-American families across the twentieth century.
Satoshi has stayed uncommon in the United States as a first name, given to only about twenty boys a year even at an early peak around 1923, though it remains a familiar and respected name in Japan itself.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Satoshi Nakamoto (unknown)the pseudonymous creator or creators of Bitcoin; identity remains unconfirmed.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Satoshi mean?
It commonly means 'wise, clear-thinking' or 'quick-witted' in Japanese, with the exact sense depending on the kanji used.
How do you pronounce Satoshi?
It is said sah-TOH-shee /sɑˈtoʊ.ʃi/, three syllables with the stress in the middle.
Is Satoshi a boy or girl name?
Satoshi is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Satoshi?
It has always been rare as a first name in the United States, given to only about twenty boys a year, though it remains a familiar name in Japan.