Ten thousand; town; or true wisdom
Machi is a Japanese name with multiple meanings depending on the kanji used. Common interpretations include 'ten thousand' (indicating abundance), 'town' or 'market', or 'true wisdom'. In a Western context, it is sometimes encountered as a diminutive or a rare cross-cultural choice.
About 5 boys were named Machi in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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