Golden tree
Derived from the Japanese kanji 'kane' meaning gold, money, or metal, and 'ki' meaning tree or wood. It is primarily recognized as a surname in Japan but has gained international attention as a given name through popular media. The name suggests a combination of value and natural growth.
About 9 boys were named Kaneki in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The protagonist of the manga and anime series Tokyo Ghoul · Tokyo Ghoul
