Noble, brave, or fierce
A traditional Japanese masculine name with multiple meanings depending on the kanji used. It is most famously associated with the legendary Prince Yamato Takeru, where it signifies 'brave' or 'fierce.' Other kanji combinations can mean 'noble' or 'healthy.'
Less common today
Takeru isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,343 in 2001.
World-renowned competitive eater
Japanese actor known for the Rurouni Kenshin films
Professional kickboxer and K-1 champion
Character also known as T.K. · Digimon Adventure
Legendary Japanese prince of the Yamato dynasty
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
