武

Takeshi

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Takeshi is a boy name of Japanese origin, meaning “Warrior, martial; strong”.

MeaningWarrior, martial; strong
GenderBoy
OriginJapanese
Written as武
Pronunciationtah-KEH-shee
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inJapan

Meaning and origin of Takeshi

Takeshi is a Japanese name often written 武, 'martial, military, warrior', or 剛, 'strong, sturdy', and other spellings exist. It carries a sense of courage and strength. The film director and comedian Takeshi Kitano is the best-known bearer, and the name was popular for boys in much of the twentieth century.

Is Takeshi a religious name?

Takeshi is a Japanese cultural name with no religious meaning.

How popular is Takeshi?

Common among Japanese men born from the 1940s to the 1980s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Takeshi mean?

Takeshi means 'Warrior, martial; strong'. It is of Japanese origin.

Does Takeshi have a religious meaning?

Takeshi is a Japanese cultural name with no religious meaning.

How do you pronounce Takeshi?

Takeshi is pronounced tah-KEH-shee.

Is Takeshi a boy or girl name?

Takeshi is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.