Holding steady.
Popularity of Shigeru since 1910
Babies named Shigeru per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 190 |
| 1920s | 317 |
| 1930s | 84 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shigeru is a Japanese masculine name that reflects qualities of growth and prosperity. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1910, and its peak year of recorded usage was 1917. The name has remained consistently rare, never appearing in the national top 1000. Its trajectory over the decades is stable, with very low but steady usage. While no U.S. states show concentrated popularity, the name carries strong cultural resonance in Japan. Parents considering Shigeru often appreciate its traditional roots and the positive connotations of flourishing or overcoming.
Shigeru is a traditional Japanese masculine name written with various kanji combinations. The most common character, 茂, means 'lush, overgrown' or 'prosperous'. Another character, 勝, means 'victory, excel'. The name has been used for centuries in Japan, often given to boys with the hope of a flourishing or successful life. It was particularly popular in the early 20th century.
Sibling names for Shigeru
Names that share Shigeru's style, for a brother or sister.
