Yoshisada

Yoshisada is a masculine Japanese given name. Like many Japanese names, it can be written with a variety of kanji characters, and there is no single canonical form. Different kanji combinations that read as “Yoshi” and “Sada” yield different meanings, so the interpretation of the name depends on the chosen characters. Common elements that can be read as “yoshi” include notions of goodness, virtue, or auspiciousness, while “sada” can convey constancy, truth, or justice.

Throughout Japanese history, the name has appeared in various periods and among multiple social groups. It is associated with traditional naming practices and may be found in historical records, literature, and genealogical sources. The flexibility of kanji means the same phonetic name could carry a range of nuances depending on its written form.

In contemporary Japan, Yoshisada is relatively uncommon but remains recognizable as a classical given name. It may be used in fiction or media to evoke a traditional or samurai-era tone, even when the characters are not meant to reflect a specific historical figure.

See also: Yoshida, a surname that shares the initial “Yoshi” element and is more widely encountered, as well as other names formed with the same prefix.