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    Ryūji

    龍二, 竜二, 龍治, 竜治(Ryūji)

    Pronunciation: RYOO-jee

    ♂ Male
    Japanese

    Meaning

    dragon (ryū) + second son (ji)

    Origin

    Japanese

    The Story Behind Ryūji

    Ryūji is a traditional Japanese male given name. The name is composed of two kanji characters: 'ryū' (龍), meaning 'dragon', and 'ji' (二 or 治), which can mean 'two' or 'second son' (二), or 'govern' or 'peace' (治). The combination 'ryū' and 'ji' often implies a strong, powerful, or auspicious nature, drawing on the symbolism of the dragon in East Asian cultures. The 'ji' suffix is a common component in Japanese male names, often indicating a numerical order in birth (e.g., Ichirō for first son, Jirō for second son, Saburō for third son, etc.) or conveying a sense of governance or order.

    Popularity & Trends

    Rarity:
    Uncommon
    Trend:Stable
    Era:Contemporary
    Popular in:Japan

    Popularity Trends

    Is Ryūji Right for Your Baby?

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

    Syllables2
    LengthMedium
    International UseRegional
    PronunciationEasy

    Regions Where Ryūji Is Used

    Japanese

    Name Vibe

    Strong
    Exotic

    Famous People Named Ryūji

    • Ryūji Imada, Japanese professional golfer
    • Ryūji Sasai, Japanese video game composer
    • Ryūji Bando, Japanese professional baseball player
    • Ryūji Kawai, Japanese professional footballer
    • Ryūji Mochizuki, Japanese professional wrestler

    Nicknames & Short Forms

    Ryū

    Ryūji in different fonts

    RyūjiDancing Script
    RyūjiCaveat
    RyūjiSatisfy
    RyūjiPacifico
    RyūjiGreat Vibes

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Ryūji

    What does Ryūji mean?

    Ryūji means "dragon (ryū) + second son (ji)". It is derived from Japanese.

    What is the origin of Ryūji?

    Ryūji originates from Japanese. Its cultural origin is Japanese.

    Is Ryūji a male or female name?

    Ryūji is a male name.

    How do you pronounce Ryūji?

    Ryūji is pronounced "RYOO-jee".

    What language does Ryūji come from?

    Ryūji comes from Japanese.

    Is Ryūji a popular name?

    Ryūji is considered a uncommon name, and its popularity trend is stable.

    What are nicknames for Ryūji?

    Common nicknames for Ryūji include Ryū.

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