Masa

Meaning of Masa

Masa, a graceful treasure of Japanese origin pronounced MAH-sah (/mɑˈsɑ/), flows with both simplicity and depth. In Japan, it often draws from the elegant kanji 雅, meaning “grace” or “elegance,” while a nod to Sanskrit’s māsa, “moon” or “month,” casts a soft, lunar glow over its syllables. Its cross-cultural resonance is like the first monsoon breeze in India—gentle yet full of promise—carrying memories of dawn’s golden light. In the United States, Masa remains a modest favorite—ranking around 895th in 2024 with 55 newborns—testifying to parents’ growing hunger for names that are short in sound but rich in story. Although Masa might not elbow its way into the top ten, it certainly has a knack for stealing hearts at first glance, offering a warm, understated shine that feels both timeless and refreshingly modern.

Pronunciation

Japanese

• Pronunced as MAH-sah (/mɑˈsɑ/)

• Masako
• Masae
• Masumi
• Masayo