Hitoshi
Meaning
motivated person
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
hɪˈtoʊʃi
Traits associated with the name Hitoshi:
Dogs named Hitoshi tend to be loving, brave, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Hitoshi?
Naming your dog Hitoshi suggests that you have an appreciation for Japanese culture and language. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the name itself, whether it is a family name or a name that has special meaning to you.
Is Hitoshi a good dog name?
Hitoshi has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Hitoshi isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Hitoshi is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Hitoshi was, in the past month, the 6748th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Hitoshi has remained at the same level of popularity with new puppy owners. Our stats reveal the name is equally as fashionable right now as it was a year ago.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Hitoshi was viewed 38 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Hitoshi's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Hitoshi is most adored in Arkansas, Alabama and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Tennessee, Minnesota and Florida.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Hitoshi.
Hitoshi is found in these categories:
japanese
A common male name in Japan, often meaning "benevolent, virtuous."
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