This is the 8153rd most frequent Japanese word.
尚弘
"尚弘" is a Japanese given name, typically meaning "esteemed" (尚) and "vast" or "to expand" (弘).
Here, 尚弘 is used as a proper noun, the name of a person.
尚弘は優秀な学生です。
Naohiro is an outstanding student.
In this sentence, 尚弘 signifies the name of the individual whose effort is being appreciated.
尚弘の努力に感動しました。
I was moved by Naohiro's effort.
This usage of 尚弘 refers to a person being admired and serves within a comparative context.