Jiro
Jiro is a boy name of Japanese origin, meaning “Second son”.
| Meaning | Second son |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 次郎 |
| Pronunciation | JEE-roh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Jiro
Jiro, or Jirō, is a traditional Japanese name for a second son, from ji 'next' or 'two' and rō 'son'. It is part of an old counting pattern with Ichiro for the first son and Saburo for the third. The sushi master Jiro Ono, subject of the film Jiro Dreams of Sushi, and the aircraft designer Jiro Horikoshi are famous bearers.
Is Jiro a religious name?
Jiro is a Japanese cultural name marking birth order, with no religious meaning.
How popular is Jiro?
Classic but less common today, as birth-order names have fallen out of fashion.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jiro mean?
Jiro means 'Second son'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Jiro have a religious meaning?
Jiro is a Japanese cultural name marking birth order, with no religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Jiro?
Jiro is pronounced JEE-roh.
Is Jiro a boy or girl name?
Jiro is usually a boy name.