Find out how popular the first name Takeru has been for the last 26 years (from 1992 to 2017) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Takeru by gender

Based on the last 26 years of data, Takeru is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2017, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Takeru.

The history of the first name Takeru

The name Takeru originates from Japanese culture and language, believed to have roots dating back to at least the 8th century AD. The name is derived from the Japanese words "take," meaning "valiant" or "brave," and "ru," a word-ending particle.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Takeru can be found in the Kojiki, an ancient chronicle of Japanese myths and legends compiled in 712 AD. In this text, Takeru is the name of a legendary prince who embarked on a journey to subjugate the eastern lands of Japan.

Another significant historical reference to the name Takeru comes from the Nihon Shoki, an early Japanese chronicle completed in 720 AD. Here, Takeru is depicted as the son of Emperor Keiko and is described as a skilled archer and warrior.

The first recorded individual with the name Takeru was Prince Takeru (826–886), a member of the imperial family during the Heian period in Japan. He was known for his literary works and served as a court official.

One of the most notable figures in Japanese history with the name Takeru was Takeru Inukai (1855–1932), a politician and the 26th Prime Minister of Japan from 1931 to 1932.

Takeru Kobayashi (born 1978) is a renowned Japanese competitive eater, best known for his hot dog eating championships and impressive eating feats.

Takeru Sato (born 1989) is a Japanese professional racing driver who has competed in various motorsport series, including Formula One and the IndyCar Series.

Takeru Satoh (born 1989) is a Japanese actor and model, known for his roles in various television dramas and films, such as "Rurouni Kenshin: The Final" and "The Way of the Househusband."

Takeru Iguchi (born 1984) is a Japanese professional snowboarder, renowned for his innovative style and numerous X Games medals in various snowboarding disciplines.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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