Tetsu
A boy's name of Japanese origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Tetsu is a two-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Tetsu is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Tetsu is a boy's baby name of Japanese origin, meaning 'iron' or 'strong as iron.' A classic Japanese name element conveying strength, resilience, and fortitude.
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Tetsu is cataloged under the Japanese naming tradition. Japanese names are typically composed of kanji characters, each contributing meaning — the same pronunciation can carry entirely different meanings depending on the characters chosen.
In the U.S., Tetsu has been recorded as a boy's name since 1998, with 5 total births. Browse the Japanese names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Tetsu has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1998.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | — |
The Story of Tetsu
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 1998, Tetsu is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Tetsu are most likely born between 1998 and 1998.
How rare is Tetsu?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Tetsu is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1998, peaked in the 1990s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1998–1998)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 | #11141 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1998–1998