Yamato
Meaning of Yamato
Yamato is a male name of Japanese origin. In Japanese, it is pronounced as yah-MAH-toh (/jɑˈmɑto/). The name Yamato holds strong cultural and historical associations in Japan. It is derived from the ancient Yamato Province, which was located in what is now known as Nara Prefecture. Yamato is often associated with qualities such as strength, bravery, and nobility. In recent years, the name has gained some popularity in the United States, ranking consistently within the top 15,000 names for newborn boys.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as yah-MAH-toh (/jɑˈmɑto/)
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Notable People Named Yamato
| Masato Onodera, also known as Yamato, is a Japanese professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist who holds the record for being a five-time Open the Dream Gate Champion at Dragon Gate. |
| Yamato Kinjo is a Japanese actor known for his roles in Super Sentai and Kamen Rider TV series. |
| Yamato Fushimi is a Japanese volleyball player who has represented the Japan men's national volleyball team and currently plays for Wolf Dogs Nagoya in V.League Division 1. |
