Hoshi is a Japanese given name that means 'star'. It's of Kanji origin and has been traditionally more popular among females, though it can be used for males as well. In Japan, Hoshi is often written in hiragana as ほし, reflecting its pronunciation. The name gained global recognition through various forms of media, including anime and manga series like 'Sailor Moon', where a character named Chibiusa (also known as Chibi-Usa), meaning 'Little Sailor' or 'Baby Usagi', bears the given name Hoshi. This has contributed to its popularity worldwide.
"Hoshi had six babies born in 1992."