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勝

まさる

マサル

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Masaru: Japanese Name Meaning

Meaning: Victory, Excel

勝

masaru

victory, to excel, to surpass

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This page currently lists structured facts (readings, kanji, gender, and popularity). A fuller origin story, usage notes, and related context will be added as they are researched and verified.

All Readings

Kanji

勝

Hiragana

まさる

Katakana

マサル

Romaji

Masaru

Cultural Significance

Masaru speaks of triumph and excellence. It was frequently given to sons of military families and noble houses who hoped their child would achieve greatness.

Kanji Character Details

勝

Character 1: 勝

読み: masaru

Meaning: victory, to excel, to surpass

Read within 勝, it supplies the idea of “victory, to excel, to surpass” that shapes how the name is understood.

Gender Usage

5%

Female usage

95%

Male usage

Male

Typical classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Masaru mean in Japanese?›
Masaru (勝) means "Victory, Excel" in Japanese. The name is read まさる in hiragana.
Is Masaru a boy or girl name?›
Masaru is traditionally a boy's name in Japan, classified as a male Japanese name.
How do you write Masaru in kanji?›
Masaru is typically written 勝 (まさる). Alternative kanji variants include 優, 将.
How do you pronounce Masaru?›
Masaru is pronounced まさる in hiragana (マサル in katakana). The romanized spelling is Masaru.

Writing Variants

Masaru can also be written with these alternative kanji combinations:

勝(primary)
優(variant)
将(variant)

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