Holding steady.
Popularity of Fumio since 1915
Babies named Fumio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 19 |
| 1920s | 104 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Fumio is a traditional Japanese name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1915, with its peak usage in 1920. Despite low overall frequency, the name has maintained a stable presence over the decades, never experiencing a dramatic rise or fall. The trajectory of its usage is classified as 'stable,' reflecting consistent but rare use. The name is typically given to boys and carries positive connotations of prosperity or literary refinement depending on the kanji. While not common in the United States, Fumio remains a respected choice in Japanese culture.
Fumio is a traditional Japanese masculine name composed of the kanji 富 (fu, meaning 'wealth' or 'abundance') and 夫 (o, meaning 'man' or 'husband'), or alternatively 文 (fumi, 'writing, literature') and 男 (o, 'man'). The name has been in use since at least the early 20th century, with a peak in the 1920s. It remains a classic choice in Japan, though its popularity has declined in recent decades.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fu-chan, Fumi, Mio
Sibling names for Fumio
Names that share Fumio's style, for a brother or sister.
