Yasuke

Yasuke was the first African samurai in Japan, who served as a retainer under Oda Nobunaga. He arrived in Japan in 1579 with Portuguese Jesuits and Italian Jesuit missionary Alessandro Valignano. Nobunaga took a special interest in Yasuke, who joined his force.

There are several theories about the origin of Yasuke's name that vary based on his proposed nationalities. One theory suggests that Yasuke was a member of the Yao people of Mozambique and that his name was created by combining Yao with the common Japanese suffix -suke. Another theory claims that Yasuke was Ethiopian and that his original name was the Amharic Yisake or the Portuguese Isaque — a variation of Isaac.

The name Yasuke debuted on the charts in 2021 when it was given to eight baby boys. This is likely due to the 2021 animated Netflix series Yasuke, which stars Lakeith Stanfield as the titular samurai.

Gender

Boy

Origin

Japanese, meaning unknown

Numerology

Y is for young, the years never show!

A is for affirm, the certainty of knowledge.

S is for scholar, the brilliant in you.

U is for understanding, you show for others.

K is for kindle, the warmth in others.

E is for excite, your spirit is catching!

Lucky

Yasuke lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.