Hideo
BoyJapanese
Hideo is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning "Masculine".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Japanese
Popularity
79 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Masculine
Etymology
Hideo (ひでお) is a masculine Japanese given name.
Famous People Named Hideo
- Hideo Hashimoto — Japanese association football player
- Hideo Shinojima — Japanese association football player (1910–1975)
- Hideo Sakai — Japanese association football player (1909–1996)
- Hideo Kojima — Japanese video game designer (born 1963)
- Hideo Nakata — Japanese film director
Frequently Asked Questions About Hideo
What does the name Hideo mean?
Hideo means "Masculine", and is of Japanese origin.
What is the origin of the name Hideo?
Hideo originates from Japanese.
Is Hideo a boy or girl name?
Hideo is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Hideo?
Yes — notable people named Hideo include Hideo Hashimoto (Japanese association football player), Hideo Shinojima (Japanese association football player, 1910–1975), Hideo Sakai (Japanese association football player, 1909–1996), Hideo Kojima (Japanese video game designer, born 1963) and Hideo Nakata (Japanese film director).
Last updated: June 2026