Shotaro is a unisex Japanese given name. It means "first son" or "first child". The kanji characters used to write this name are 翔 (Shō), which means "soar", and 太郎 (Tarō), an honorific meaning "first son". Shotaro can also be written using different kanji characters with the same pronunciation, such as 将 ( Shō), meaning "general" or "commander", and 太郎. This name is often given to the firstborn child regardless of gender in Japan. The name Shotaro has a strong and dynamic sound, reflecting its meaning of strength and leadership. It is also considered a fortunate name in Japanese culture, as it contains the kanji character for "soar", implying a bright future ahead.
"Shotaro as a baby name saw its peak popularity in 2001 with seven births that year. It has been consistently used over the years, with an average of five to six births annually since 1993."