Shinji: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A sincere name meaning true second son with genuine heart.
- Origin
- Japanese
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #10547
- Peak
- #7958 in 1987
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Shinji Means
Shinji is a boy name of Japanese origin. A sincere name meaning true second son with genuine heart.
How Popular Shinji Is
Shinji currently ranks #10547 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7958 in 1987. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Shinji
- Shinji is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Shinji is a name from the Japanese naming tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Shinji
Other Japanese names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Shinji
Japanese names that pair well as a brother or sister to Shinji.
Questions About Shinji
What does Shinji mean?
Shinji is a boy name of Japanese origin. A sincere name meaning true second son with genuine heart.
How popular is Shinji?
Shinji currently ranks #10547 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7958 in 1987. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Shinji come from?
Shinji comes from Japanese roots. Shinji is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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