Takeo Boy

Popularity: #917 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationTAH-keh-oh / ˈtakeo

Japanese

Meaning

warrior (Japanese: 武男)

Historical & Cultural Background

Takeo is a masculine name commonly found in Japan. It is often associated with strength and valor, reflecting the samurai culture. The name has been used in various historical contexts, symbolizing bravery and leadership. In contemporary Japan, it remains a popular choice for boys.

Trend Summary

Takeo has seen moderate popularity in Japan, but it is less common in other countries.

Similar Names

TakeshiTadashiTakumiTakahiroTakuyaToshiro

Variants

  • Take
  • Takeo-kun

International Variants

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Famous people named Takeo

Takeo Hoshi is a prominent Japanese economist known for his research in macroeconomics.

Takeo Spikes is a former American football linebacker who played in the NFL.

Takeo Kanade is a renowned Japanese computer scientist recognized for his contributions to computer vision.

Takeo Miki was a Japanese politician who served as Prime Minister of Japan.

Fictional characters named Takeo

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Sibling Suggestions

TaroHiroKenjiYukiRikuSora

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Takeo was first seen in the United States in 1911. Takeo has ranked as high as #832 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Hawaii, and California. In the past 5 years the name Takeo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Takeo (2022)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19116
19129
191322
191427
191520
191614
191719
191821
191937
192029
192126
192227
192323
192430
192535
192613
192722
192816
192918
193012
19318
19329
19339
19355
19365
19375
19725
19996
20018
20029
20039
200416
20058
200613
200714
20088
200919
201018
201118
201216
201318
201411
20159
201613
20179
20187
201910
20207
202114
202215
20239
20247