Masaru
Pronunciation: [ m-ahs-AHR-oo ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Masaru first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 5 babies have been named Masaru in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Masaru is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,926 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,926
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Masaru
Masaru is a boy name .
Masaru is currently ranked #37,926 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Masaru include Mas, Masa, Masay, Masaie, May, Maie, and Maskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Masaru include Masai . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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