What does Itsuki mean?
Itsuki is commonly written with a kanji meaning “tree” or “timber.”
What does Yamato mean?
Yamato means “great harmony,” an ancient poetic name for Japan itself.
Itsuki vs Yamato
Which is more popular?
Itsuki and Yamato are given to a similar number of US babies today.
| Itsuki | Yamato | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Tree, timber | Great harmony |
| Origin | Japanese | Japanese |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Pronunciation | EET-soo-kee | yah-MAH-toh |
| Syllables | 3 | 3 |
| First appeared | 2007 | 2000 |
| Peak year | 2013 (13) | 2007 (11) |
| In 2025 | 0 | 0 |
| Trend | Declining | Declining |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Itsuki
Yamato
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Itsuki | Yamato |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 10 |
| 2010s | 47 | 57 |
| 2000s | 5 | 62 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Itsuki or Yamato more popular?
Itsuki and Yamato are given to a similar number of US babies today.
What is the difference between Itsuki and Yamato?
Itsuki means Tree, timber (Japanese origin), while Yamato means Great harmony (Japanese origin).
Which name is older, Itsuki or Yamato?
In US records, Itsuki first appears in 2007 and Yamato in 2000, so Yamato has the longer recorded history.