Renji

Meaning of Renji

The name Renji is a masculine given name of Japanese origin, composed of the elements “Ren” (蓮 or 仁), signifying lotus or benevolence, and “ji” (二 or 治), denoting “second” or “governance,” and is uniformly pronounced REN-jee in both Japanese and English contexts. Analysis of U.S. Social Security data from 2008 through 2024 reveals a consistently modest adoption—annual occurrences have ranged from five to fourteen newborns, resulting in a stable national rank between 877th and 929th (eleven instances, rank 913, in 2024). This measured usage reflects an Anglo-American preference for names that offer clear phonetic structure, cultural specificity, and semantic depth. The name has also gained incidental visibility through contemporary media—most notably the character Renji Abarai in the manga and anime series Bleach—further reinforcing its appeal among parents seeking a technically precise yet culturally resonant choice. In sum, Renji embodies a balance between traditional Japanese etymology and modern cross-cultural naming trends, appealing to those who value both historical grounding and individual distinction.

Pronunciation

Japanese

• Pronunced as REN-jee (/レンジー/)

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