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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Warrior, fierce, or martial (depending on the kanji used)
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- tah-KESH-ee
Takeshi is a Japanese name for a boy, pronounced tah-KESH-ee. Its meaning shifts with the kanji a family chooses: warrior, fierce, or martial. It has a worldly feel and carries its Japanese roots with it.
Meaning & Origin of Takeshi
Meaning: Warrior, fierce, or martial (depending on the kanji used).
Origin: Japanese.
How to Pronounce Takeshi
tah-KESH-eeIPA /tɑːˈkɛʃiː/
Popularity of Takeshi
Takeshi has always been a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #1116 in 1924 with 42 babies, and by 2024 it sat at #13956 with just 5 babies, in Social Security records that run from 1912 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Takeshi mean?
Warrior, fierce, or martial (depending on the kanji used).
How do you pronounce Takeshi?
Takeshi is pronounced tah-KESH-ee (IPA: /tɑːˈkɛʃiː/).
Is Takeshi a popular name right now?
Takeshi peaked at #1116 in 1924 and is ranked #13956 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)
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