Strong and vigorous second son
A traditional Japanese name typically given to a second-born son. The name is composed of 'ken', which can mean 'strong' or 'healthy', and 'ji', which commonly signifies 'two' or 'second'.
About 249 boys were named Kenji in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Kenji — far less common.
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