Satoshi
Meaning of Satoshi
Satoshi is a Japanese name meaning "wise" or "quick-witted." It is a popular name in Japan and has gained some recognition internationally. The pronunciation of Satoshi in Japanese is sah-TOH-shee (/saˈtoːʃi/). In recent years, the name has gained attention due to Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. Despite this association, the name itself carries an independent and strong meaning. In Hawaii, Satoshi has had consistent occurrences over the years, showing its enduring appeal. With its rich history and global significance, Satoshi is a meaningful and distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique yet culturally significant name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as sah-TOH-shee (/saˈtoːʃi/)
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Notable People Named Satoshi
| Satoshi Kon was a renowned Japanese film director, animator, and manga artist known for his influential anime films and TV series before passing away at the age of 46 in 2010. |
| Satoshi Nakamoto is the pseudonymous individual credited with creating Bitcoin and developing its original reference implementation, including the first blockchain database. |
| Satoshi Tajiri is a Japanese video game designer and director known for creating the Pokémon franchise and co-founding Game Freak. |
| Satoshi Ōmura is a Japanese biochemist known for his discovery of pharmaceuticals in microorganisms and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2015. |
| Satoshi Hashimoto is a Japanese actor and voice actor known for his roles as Terry Bogard and Kim Kaphwan in various fighting game series. |
| Satoshi Takano is a Japanese professional shogi player with a 6-dan ranking. |
| Satoshi Tsumabuki is a Japanese actor known for his breakthrough film Waterboys and for being the bassist and lead singer of the band Basking Lite. |
| Satoshi Kodaira is a Japanese professional golfer who competes on the PGA Tour and Japan Golf Tour. |
| Satoshi Tomiie is a Japanese DJ and record producer known for his influential contributions to electronic music. |
| Satoshi Saida is a Japanese wheelchair tennis player and 2004 Summer Paralympics gold medalist. |
| Satoshi Hatakeyama is a Japanese journalist known for his work with NHK, including as a presenter for NHK News 7 and NHK News 21. |
| Satoshi Osaki is a Japanese long-distance runner known for his expertise in the marathon. |
| Satoshi Yoshida is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Satoshi Yoneyama is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Satoshi Takayama is a Japanese politician and member of the Democratic Party of Japan, serving in the House of Representatives in the Diet since 2003. |
