Mitsuo
BoyJapanese
Mitsuo is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning "light man (light + husband/man)".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Japanese
Religion
None
Popularity
63 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
light man (light + husband/man)
Etymology
Japanese name composed of the kanji 光 (mitsu, meaning "light" or "radiance") and 夫 (o, meaning "man" or "husband"). The combination yields a masculine given name.
Famous People Named Mitsuo
- Mitsuo Fuchida — Japanese Naval officer (1902-1976)
- Mitsuo Matayoshi — Japanese perennial candidate and Messiah claimant (1944-2018)
- Mitsuo Aida — Japanese poet and calligrapher (1924–1991)
Frequently Asked Questions About Mitsuo
What does the name Mitsuo mean?
Mitsuo means "light man (light + husband/man)", and is of Japanese origin.
What is the origin of the name Mitsuo?
Mitsuo originates from Japanese, commonly used in East Asia.
Is Mitsuo a boy or girl name?
Mitsuo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Mitsuo associated with?
Mitsuo is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Mitsuo?
Yes — notable people named Mitsuo include Mitsuo Fuchida (Japanese Naval officer, 1902-1976), Mitsuo Matayoshi (Japanese perennial candidate and Messiah claimant, 1944-2018) and Mitsuo Aida (Japanese poet and calligrapher, 1924–1991).
Last updated: June 2026