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- Atsushi
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The name Atsushi for men comes from Japanese. It can be translated as 'the Friendly' or 'the Pure'.
What does the name Atsushi mean?
Atsushi is a male name that carries the meanings 'the Friendly' and 'the Pure' in Japanese.
Where does the name Atsushi come from?
Atsushi has its roots in the Japanese language and means 'the Friendly' or 'the Pure'. The components consist of atsushi (敦) for friendliness and atsushi (淳) for purity. The name is represented in the Japanese script form Kanji.
How do you pronounce Atsushi?
Atsushi has a three-syllable and gentle sound structure. In German pronunciation, the name is typically rendered as 'At-su-shi' [atˈsuː.ʃi]. The clear syllables, combined with a soft ending, create a harmonious sound. The suffix '-shi' gives the name an elegant, flowing finish. Overall, Atsushi exudes calm, harmony, and presence – soft, balanced, and with a cultivated touch.
Popularity
In Germany, Atsushi is a rather rare name that has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. Its best ranking was in 1997, reaching 2,859th place in the name charts of England. Between 1996 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times there, earning it 4,816th place. In the last ten years, no child in England has been named this way.
Famous people
- Atsushi (Japanese actor)
- Atsushi Abe (Japanese actor)
- Atsushi Fujita (Japanese long-distance runner)
- Atsushi Harada (Japanese actor)
- Atsushi Hashimoto (actor from Japan)
- Atsushi Ichimura (Japanese footballer)
- Atsushi Inoue (Japanese football player)
- Atsushi Ito (Japanese football player)
- Atsushi Ito (actor from Japan)
- Atsushi Kisaichi (Japanese actor)
- Atsushi Kitagawara (Japanese architect)
- Atsushi Kizuka (Japanese baseball player)
- Atsushi Kobayashi (baseball player)
- Atsushi Kuroi (Japanese racing driver)
- Atsushi Matsuura (Japanese musician)
- Atsushi Matsuura (footballer from Japan)
- Atsushi Miyagi (tennis player from Japan)
- Atsushi Murasakibara (anime/manga character from Kuroko no Basuke)
- Atsushi Natori (football player from Japan)
- Atsushi Ogata (film director from Japan)
Frequently asked questions about the name Atsushi
What does the name Atsushi mean?
Atsushi means 'the Friendly' or 'the Pure' in Japanese.
Where does the name Atsushi come from?
Atsushi has its roots in the Japanese language and is represented in the script form Kanji.
How popular is the name Atsushi?
Atsushi is a common name in Japan, while it is less widespread outside of Japan.