Yamato

Q: How popular is the name Yamato?

Yamato is ranked #25502 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ y-ahm-AHT-oh ]

Boy Name #25,502 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Yamato is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced y-ahm-AHT-oh.

Parents who love the name Yamato often also consider Kying, Ared, .

Popularity Over Time

#25,502

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #25,502
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Yaman #2073

Nicknames

Yam Yay Yamie Yamaie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yamato

Is Yamato a boy or girl name?

Yamato is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Yamato?

Yamato is pronounced y-ahm-AHT-oh.

How popular is the name Yamato?

Yamato is currently ranked #25502 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yamato?

Common nicknames for Yamato include Yam, Yay, Yamie, and Yamaie.

Is Yamato a common or rare name?

Yamato is an uncommon name, ranked #25502 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Yamato

Yamato is a boy name .

Yamato is currently ranked #25,502 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Yamato include Yam, Yay, Yamie, and Yamaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Yamato include Yaman . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.