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Kazue

kah-zoo-eh · One harmony; a peaceful union

Peak popularity
1922
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kazue since 1914

Babies named Kazue per year in U.S. Social Security records.

81725192019602000Most births 1922Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s52
1920s149
1930s15
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Kazue is a Japanese name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1914, reaching its peak usage in 1922. Despite its long history in America, it has never entered the top 1000 rankings (rank null in latest year 2025). The name's trajectory has been stable across decades, remaining a rare choice. Its meaning, combining 'harmony' and 'branch,' reflects traditional Japanese aesthetics of balance and nature. While not associated with any particular state in top states data, Kazue carries cultural resonance among Japanese-American families and those seeking a name with poetic elegance.

Kazue is a Japanese feminine name composed of the kanji elements 和 (kazu) meaning 'harmony, peace, sum' and 枝 (e) meaning 'branch, twig'. The combination evokes the image of harmonious branches, symbolizing unity and graceful expansion. Historically, the name has been used in Japan since at least the early 20th century, with modest but consistent usage.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kazu, Kaz-chan, E-chan

Variants: Kazue, Kazu-e

Sibling names for Kazue

Names that share Kazue's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kazue mean?
Kazue typically means 'one harmony' or 'peaceful branch,' derived from the Japanese kanji 和 (kazu) for 'harmony' and 枝 (e) for 'branch.'
How popular is the name Kazue today?
Kazue is not currently ranked in the U.S. top 1000 (latest year 2025 data shows rank null). It peaked in 1922 and has remained stable at very low usage.
Is Kazue a boy or girl name?
Kazue is used primarily for girls, though the kanji elements can occasionally appear in male names. In U.S. records, it is historically recorded for girls.