Seiji Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Seiji is a Japanese name meaning 'justice' or 'to govern'. It has evolved from historical forms of Japanese language and is associated with strong moral traits. There is no biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Seiji"
Pronunciation
/ˈseɪdʒi/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Seiji is derived from the Japanese characters '正' meaning 'correct' or 'justice' and '司' meaning 'to rule' or 'to govern'.
Meaning
justice, govern
Language Evolution
Seiji (modern Japanese), Seiji (historical forms in classical Japanese)
Historical Usage
Seiji has been used as a given name in Japan for centuries, gaining popularity in the 20th century as modern naming trends evolved.
Variants & Derivatives
Sei, Seijiro, Seiko
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Seiji is perceived as a traditional yet modern name, often associated with strong moral principles and leadership qualities.
Famous People
Seiji Ozawa (conductor), Seiji Kaneko (artist)
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Seiji"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Seiji"
"Seiji" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3587th of 7545 | 82 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4754th of 6773 | 30 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7061st of 16616 | 76 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6205th of 24088 | 189 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8340th of 23106 | 104 |
Regional Popularity of "Seiji" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
57.27% 654th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
46.74% 3488th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Seiji" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Seiji"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Seiji" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Seiji" in the United States
The name Seiji is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Seiji has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Seiji' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3587th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4754th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7061st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6205th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8340th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Seiji' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.