boy name · Japanese origin
Yamato
/ yah-MAH-toh /
Meaning
Yamato means Great harmony (Japanese).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
yah-MAH-toh
Popularity of Yamato in the US, 1880–2025
Yamato first appears in US records in 2000. It peaked in 2007, when 11 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Yamato mean?
Yamato means “great harmony,” an ancient poetic name for Japan itself.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yamato mean?
Yamato means Great harmony. Yamato means “great harmony,” an ancient poetic name for Japan itself.
What is the origin of the name Yamato?
Yamato is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Yamato?
Yamato is pronounced “yah-MAH-toh.”
Is Yamato a boy or a girl name?
Yamato is most commonly used as a boy name.
When was the name Yamato most popular?
Yamato was most popular in 2007, when about 11 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.