Takashi

Meaning of Takashi

Takashi is a Japanese boy’s name—pronounced tah-KAH-shee—that conveys ideas of “noble,” “prosperous,” or “honorable,” depending on the kanji chosen. Though it currently sits at number 918 in U.S. baby charts, with six little ones named Takashi in 2024, it’s quietly winning fans who love its blend of strength and warmth. The name evokes creative pioneers like artist Takashi Murakami or filmmaker Takashi Miike, yet feels as friendly as a neighbor’s smile over a steaming cup of morning tea. Rooted in centuries of tradition but brimming with fresh promise, Takashi is like a paper lantern rising at dawn—steady, bright, and full of potential, with perhaps a hidden talent for brewing the perfect matcha.

Pronunciation

Japanese

• Pronunced as tah-KAH-shee (/taˈkaʃi/)

• Kazuki
• Hiroshi
• Tadashi
• Takumi
• Satoshi
• Tatsuya
• Takeshi