Hiro: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: HEE-roh · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Hiro: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Generous, prosperous»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Japanese
Popularity
58 out of 100
About the Name Hiro
Hiro draws on Japanese tradition and is generally taken to mean "Generous, prosperous." As a boy's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced HEE-roh and carries 2 syllables. Hiro is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Hiroshi, Hyro.
Today Hiro is a distinctive, uncommon pick, with a popularity score of 58 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as japanese, modern. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Hiro.
Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Hiro mean?+
The name Hiro means "Generous, prosperous".
What is the origin of the name Hiro?+
Hiro is a name of Japanese origin.
Is Hiro a girl or boy name?+
Hiro is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Hiro?+
Hiro is pronounced HEE-roh (2 syllables).
Is Hiro a popular name?+
Hiro is a distinctive, uncommon pick, scoring 58 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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