BoyJapanese origin

Koji: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A shining name meaning radiant second son.

Origin
Japanese
Syllables
2
Current rank
#6797
Peak
#2656 in 1984

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1922: #466219221980: #680319801990: #521219902000: #519820002005: #473920052010: #461120102015: #541120152020: #67972020#1#6803

What Koji Means

Koji is a boy name of Japanese origin. A shining name meaning radiant second son.

How Popular Koji Is

Koji currently ranks #6797 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2656 in 1984. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Koji

  • Koji is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Koji is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
  • Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.

Names Like Koji

Other Japanese names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Koji

Japanese names that pair well as a brother or sister to Koji.

Questions About Koji

What does Koji mean?

Koji is a boy name of Japanese origin. A shining name meaning radiant second son.

How popular is Koji?

Koji currently ranks #6797 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2656 in 1984. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Koji come from?

Koji comes from Japanese roots. Koji is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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