Origin
Japanese
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Leo
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Takeru is a name often given to boys. Ranked #14016 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Japanese origin and traditionally means "Valiant warrior who excels". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Takeru
Takeru comes from Japanese kanji combinations meaning to excel or take action. Its phonetic strength aligns with samurai-era virtues of bravery and skill. Modern usage remains popular in Japan while gaining notice internationally. Boys with this name often exhibit leadership, athleticism, and a drive to stand out positively.
Popularity
Currently ranked #14016 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Natural born leader.
Craves freedom and adventure.
Caring and responsible.
Humanitarian at heart.
Zodiac & Astrology
Leo
Embodies courage, leadership, and charisma.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Radiates dynamic power and determination.
Color Aura
Fiery Red
Element
Fire
Season
Summer
Gemstone
Ruby
Spirit Animal
Dragon
Power Word
Victory
Energy Type
Fire × Summer
Personality & Traits
Bold
Approaches life with fearless energy.
Ambitious
Strives for excellence in all endeavors.
Loyal
Stands firmly by friends and family.
Famous People Named Takeru
Takeru Kobayashi
Competitive eater and record holder
Takeru Satoh
Japanese actor known for Rurouni Kenshin
Takeru in Pop Culture
Takeru
Digimon anime
Takeru Takaishi
Digimon series
Historical Events
1603
Samurai-era records mention similar names.
1980
Rise in popularity after anime debut.
International Variations
Takeru in Different Scripts
猛
Japanese (Kanji)
タケル
Japanese (Katakana)
猛
Chinese (Mandarin)
타케루
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Takeru:
Takeru Hiro
Takeru Kai
Takeru Ryo
Takeru Sora
Takeru Yuki
Takeru Zen
Takeru Masa
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in anime and manga.
Means to take or excel in Japanese.
Popular among athletes in Japan.
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boyPronunciation
TAH-keh-roo
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.