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Takumi

/ tah-KOO-mee /
Boy Japanese 3 syllables
Meaning
Takumi means Skillful artisan (Japanese).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
tah-KOO-mee
Popularity
#8833 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Takumi in the US, 1880–2025
192019401960198020002020

Takumi first appears in US records in 1920. It peaked in 2007, when 25 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 9.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

What does Takumi mean?

Takumi is commonly written with a kanji meaning “artisan” or “skillful,” or as “expand + sea.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Takumi mean?

Takumi means Skillful artisan. Takumi is commonly written with a kanji meaning “artisan” or “skillful,” or as “expand + sea.”

What is the origin of the name Takumi?

Takumi is of Japanese origin.

How do you pronounce Takumi?

Takumi is pronounced “tah-KOO-mee.”

Is Takumi a boy or a girl name?

Takumi is most commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Takumi?

In 2025, Takumi ranked #8833 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Takumi most popular?

Takumi was most popular in 2007, when about 25 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.