Why does Naruto have a catch phrase?

Question

In both the anime and manga Naruto often ends his sentences with either "dattebayo" or "believe it" in the English translations.

Why is this a thing?

Is it meant to further his character or provide a bit of remembrance of his character to the reader or viewer, or even other characters of the series?

I actually stop hearing him say that in Naruto:Shippuden. – Akira Mahisaseru Jan 24 '16 at 17:28 — Akira Mahisaseru, Jan 24 '16 at 17:28

score 42 · Accepted Answer · answered Dec 12 '12 at 01:52

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In chapter 498 of the manga, it is mentioned that Naruto inherited this habit from his mother, Kushina, who would instead end her sentences with "(Da)-ttebane" ([だ]ってばね) when she got excited or angry. She also mentioned something along the lines of hoping that her son wouldn't inherit this habit.

answered Dec 12 '12 at 01:52

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Just what I was looking for! – Tablemaker Dec 12 '12 at 01:59
After 489 chapters the mangaka reveals a great mystery, why Naruto ends his sentences a certain way... or he just decided why not make something up... that sounds more likely to me since Naruto started as a one-shot :) – Peter Feb 07 '14 at 16:52
Than after Naruto had kids, his older son, Boruto, inherited that too. – Akira Mahisaseru Jan 24 '16 at 17:30
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Dattebane - Kushina, Dattebayo - Naruto, Dattebasa - Boruto. – vs_292 Feb 28 '18 at 07:44

Why does Naruto have a catch phrase?

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