What origin is the name Masaru?

Masaru comes from Japanese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same japanese tradition pair naturally with Masaru — for example Aya, Emi, Yuna. You can browse more on our japanese names page.

Masaru

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Masaru

Masaru

Boy

Japanese

3 syllables

Masaru (勝) is a Japanese boy's name meaning "Victory or superior".

With Japanese roots, Masaru is a boy name that means "Victory or superior". It has 3 syllables.

Native script: 勝
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Victory or superior

Popularity

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Written as 勝

Quick answers about Masaru

What does Masaru mean?

Masaru is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning "Victory or superior".

How popular is Masaru?

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Sister names that go with Masaru

Aya Emi Yuna Sakura Kaori Aiko

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Name numerology

8is the Chaldean number for Masaru.

Number 8 is linked with ambition, strength and determination.

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Names with a similar meaning to Masaru

Masaru means "Victory or superior" — these names share that spirit.

Victoria — "Victoria is Latin for 'victory'. It was the name of a Roman goddess and of Queen Victoria." (Latin)
Nicholas — "Nicholas comes from the Greek Nikolaos, from nike 'victory' and laos 'people', so 'victory of the people'." (Greek)

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