Kaisen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kaisen originates from Japanese, meaning 'ocean river'. It has evolved in modern Japanese with a focus on nature-inspired meanings. It does not have biblical relevance and has gained popularity in contemporary culture, especially among those interested in Japanese names.
The name Kaisen is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaisen has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kaisen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4828th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1154th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaisen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaisen"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪsən/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kaisen is derived from the Japanese words 'kai' meaning 'ocean' or 'seas' and 'sen' meaning 'river' or 'stream'. Together, the name can be interpreted as 'ocean river' or 'river of the ocean'.
Meaning
ocean river
Language Evolution
Kaisen (modern Japanese)
Historical Usage
The name Kaisen has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Japan and among people interested in Japanese culture and language.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaisan, Kaisenji
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaisen is perceived positively, often associated with nature and tranquility, and is popular among those who appreciate Japanese culture.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaisen"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kaisen"
"Kaisen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4828th of 24088 | 275 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1154th of 23106 | 2,039 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaisen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
46.37% 3391st/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.38% 1091st/3984 |
41.25% 1851st/4487 |
13.63% 930th/6822 |
34.97% 2195th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaisen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaisen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaisen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.