The nameIsao
Isao is a Japanese boy's name rising fast in France.
- Boy's name
- Japanese
Meaning
In Japanese it is often translated "merit, achievement".
Origin
Japanese.
History
In France it has risen sharply in the 2020s.
Popularity of the name Isao
Isao in France
338thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (150 births)
755babies named Isao in France since 1900
Isao was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 490 births over the decade, 65% of all recorded babies named Isao. Its rise began around 2010, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Isao in France were born before 2022, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 91 births a year on average, against 33 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isao mean?
In Japanese it is often translated "merit, achievement".
What is the origin of the name Isao?
Japanese.
Is Isao a girl's or a boy's name?
Isao is a boy's name.