Ryuji
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ryuji
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The Japanese first name Ryuji (also spelled Ryūji) means "second son of the dragon" or "second dragon". The origin of the name derives from the Japanese terms ryū (龍/竜), meaning "dragon, hero", and ji (二), which stands for "two, second". However, there are also other Kanji combinations and meanings.
What does the name Ryuji mean?
The name Ryuji (also Ryūji) is a Japanese boy's name meaning "second son of the dragon" or "second dragon". It is made up of the Japanese characters ryū (龍/竜) for "dragon, hero" and ji (二) for "two, second". Additionally, other Kanji combinations and meanings are possible.
Where does the name Ryuji come from?
Ryuji is a male first name of Japanese origin meaning "second son of the dragon" or "second dragon".
How do you pronounce Ryuji?
Ryuji is pronounced approximately as 'Ryu-jee'.
Popularity
In Germany, Ryuji is a rather rare name. According to data from 2020, it ranked 4,047th on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it is ranked 9,767th.
Famous people
- Korekuni Ryuji (Idol - "B-Project Character")
- Otogi Ryuji (Duelist from Yu-Gi-Oh)
- Sakamoto Ryuji (Team partner from the game "Persona 5")
- Suguro Ryuji (Character from the anime/manga Ao no Exorcist/Blue Exorcist)
- Takasu Ryūji (Main character from the anime/manga "Toradora!")
Frequently asked questions about the name Ryuji
What is the origin of the name Ryuji?
Ryuji is a Japanese first name that is common in the Japanese language and consists of the Kanji characters for 'dragon' and 'two'.
What does the name Ryuji mean?
The name Ryuji means 'second son of the dragon' or 'second dragon' and combines the concepts of strength and family.
How popular is the name Ryuji?
Ryuji is a common name in Japan that is frequently given, but it is less widespread outside of Japan.