Takeo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Takeo originates from Japan, meaning 'bamboo man' or 'heroic man'. It has evolved through various historical forms, emphasizing strength and valor. The name has no biblical relevance and became popular in post-war Japan. Today, it is associated with masculinity and resilience, with notable figures carrying the name.
The name Takeo 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, Takeo has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Takeo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1515th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3425th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6912th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7308th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Takeo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Takeo"
Pronunciation
/tɑːˈkeɪ.oʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Takeo is derived from the Japanese words 'take' meaning 'bamboo' and 'o' meaning 'man' or 'hero'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'bamboo man' or 'heroic man'.
Meaning
Bamboo man, heroic man
Language Evolution
竹男 (Takeo) - Early Japanese form, 武男 (Takeo) - Another historical variant with the meaning 'warrior man', 武雄 (Takeo) - A more modern variant associated with strength and valor
Historical Usage
The name Takeo gained popularity in Japan during the 20th century, particularly after World War II, as traditional names began to be embraced alongside modern influences.
Variants & Derivatives
Take, Takehiko, Takeo-kun
Modern Popularity & Image
Takeo is perceived as a strong and masculine name in modern Japan, often associated with resilience and nature due to its connection to bamboo.
Famous People
Takeo Hoshi - A prominent Japanese economist., Takeo Spikes - A former American football linebacker known for his time in the NFL.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Takeo"
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 "Takeo"
"Takeo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1515th of 7545 | 380 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3425th of 6773 | 87 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6912th of 24088 | 162 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7308th of 23106 | 129 |
Regional Popularity of "Takeo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
24.96% 285th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
43.63% 675th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
43.13% 3219th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Takeo" 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 "Takeo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Takeo" 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.