Shigeru
Pronunciation: [ sh-ihg-AYR-oo ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #25,670
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shigeru
Shigeru is a boy name .
Shigeru is currently ranked #25,670 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shigeru include Shi, Shig, Shigy, Shigie, Eru, Eruy, Eruie, Shy, Shie, and Shikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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