Rintarou

Rintarou is a given name of Japanese origin. It is typically a masculine name, with the kanji used to write it influencing its specific meaning. Common kanji combinations include 凛 (rin) meaning "dignified," "cold," or "severe," and 太郎 (tarou) which is a common suffix for masculine names, often meaning "eldest son" or "commoner." Thus, Rintarou can be interpreted in various ways depending on the chosen characters.

The name Rintarou has gained some recognition in popular culture, most notably through the character Rintarou Okabe from the visual novel and anime series Steins;Gate. Okabe, who often goes by the alias "Okarin," is a self-proclaimed mad scientist and the protagonist of the story. His eccentric personality and role in time travel experiments have made the name familiar to fans of the series. While the character has popularized the name for some, Rintarou remains a relatively uncommon given name in Japan. Its usage is generally traditional, and parents who choose it often do so for its sound or the specific meanings conveyed by the kanji.