Seiji
Seiji is a boy name of Japanese origin, meaning “Depends on kanji, e.g. sincere second son”.
| Meaning | Depends on kanji, e.g. sincere second son |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 誠二 |
| Pronunciation | SAY-jee |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Seiji
Seiji is a Japanese boys' name whose meaning depends on the characters chosen. A common spelling is 誠二, 'sincerity' plus 'two', traditionally used for a second son; others include 清二 ('pure' and 'two') or 政治, which also spells the word for politics. The conductor Seiji Ozawa, long music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is a famous bearer.
Is Seiji a religious name?
Seiji has no particular religious association; Japanese given names are chosen for the meanings of their kanji rather than from Buddhist or Shinto sources.
How popular is Seiji?
A familiar but somewhat traditional boys' name in Japan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Seiji mean?
Seiji means 'Depends on kanji, e.g. sincere second son'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Seiji have a religious meaning?
Seiji has no particular religious association; Japanese given names are chosen for the meanings of their kanji rather than from Buddhist or Shinto sources.
How do you pronounce Seiji?
Seiji is pronounced SAY-jee.
Is Seiji a boy or girl name?
Seiji is usually a boy name.