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Hiroshi

Hiroshi is a boys' name of Japanese origin meaning “generous, tolerant, prosperous.” Hiroshi is one of the most enduring Japanese male names, with kanji variations emphasizing generosity, broadness of…

how do you pronounce Hiroshi?

hee-ROH-shee

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what does Hiroshi mean?

The name Hiroshi means “generous, tolerant, prosperous.” It comes from the Japanese language tradition.

Hiroshi is one of the most enduring Japanese male names, with kanji variations emphasizing generosity, broadness of mind, or prosperity. It carries the aspirational quality common in traditional Japanese naming, wishing for the child's noble character.

who are famous people named Hiroshi?

  • Hiroshi Sugimoto (world-renowned contemporary artist and photographer)
  • Hiroshi Yamauchi (transformative president of Nintendo)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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