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Isamu

Name Origin

Isamu is a Japanese masculine given name. It means 'courage' or 'bravery'.

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Famous People

Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988)

Sculptor, Designer

  • Known for his abstract sculptures and gardens.
  • Designed the iconic Akari light sculptures.
  • Created public sculptures and playgrounds worldwide.

Isamu Akasaki (1929-2021)

Physicist, Engineer

  • Won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2014 for his work on blue LEDs.
  • Pioneered the development of gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductors.
  • His inventions revolutionized lighting technology and displays.

Sibling Names

Ren

Ren, meaning 'lotus', shares the natural theme with Isamu, which can mean 'helping person'. Both names have a calm and introspective feel.

Haruka

Isamu and Haruka both convey a sense of strength and distance. Haruka means 'faraway', complementing Isamu's meaning of 'reaching out'.