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    Genjirō

    源次郎, 元次郎, 玄次郎(Genjirō)

    Pronunciation: gen-JEE-roh

    ♂ Male
    Japanese
    Appears in:⛩️Japanese Names

    Meaning

    second son, source/origin, or first son

    Origin

    Japanese

    The Story Behind Genjirō

    Genjirō is a traditional Japanese male name. The name is formed from kanji characters, and its meaning can vary significantly depending on the specific characters chosen. The common elements are 'gen' (元, 'origin, source' or 玄, 'mysterious, profound'), 'ji' (次, 'next, second' or 治, 'govern, peace'), and 'rō' (郎, 'son'). The combination often implies a birth order, such as 'second son' (次郎), or a connection to an origin or source.

    Historically, names ending in -rō (郎) were very common for boys in Japan, signifying 'son' or 'man'. The 'ji' (次) often indicated the second son in a family, while 'ichi' (一) would be the first, 'san' (三) the third, and so on. Therefore, Genjirō most commonly translates to 'second son' when 次 is used for 'ji', or can have more profound meanings related to 'origin' or 'mystery' if 元 or 玄 are used.

    Popularity & Trends

    Rarity:
    Uncommon
    Trend:Declining
    Era:Traditional, Contemporary
    Popular in:Japan

    Popularity Trends

    Is Genjirō Right for Your Baby?

    Genjirō is a Traditional, Classic name for boys that suits parents looking for something with character. Most people will pronounce it correctly on the first try.

    Syllables3
    LengthLong
    International UseNiche
    PronunciationEasy

    Regions Where Genjirō Is Used

    Japanese

    Name Vibe

    Traditional
    Classic

    Famous People Named Genjirō

    • Genjirō Kaneko (金子 原二郎), Japanese politician
    • Genjirō Arato (荒戸 源次郎), Japanese film producer, director, and actor
    • Genjirō Katsura (桂 源次郎), Japanese actor

    Genjirō in different fonts

    GenjirōDancing Script
    GenjirōCaveat
    GenjirōSatisfy
    GenjirōPacifico
    GenjirōGreat Vibes

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Genjirō

    What does Genjirō mean?

    Genjirō means "second son, source/origin, or first son". It is derived from Japanese.

    What is the origin of Genjirō?

    Genjirō originates from Japanese. Its cultural origin is Japanese.

    Is Genjirō a male or female name?

    Genjirō is a male name.

    How do you pronounce Genjirō?

    Genjirō is pronounced "gen-JEE-roh".

    What language does Genjirō come from?

    Genjirō comes from Japanese.

    Is Genjirō a popular name?

    Genjirō is considered a uncommon name, and its popularity trend is declining.

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