Takeo

♂ Boy

Pronounced TAH-kay-oh /ˈtɑːkeɪoʊ/Medium

Meaning: A Japanese boy's name whose meaning depends on the kanji, commonly 'warrior, strong, brave man' (take 'warrior, military' + o 'man, hero'). A classic Japanese name.Low

In 30 seconds: A brave classic: Takeo is Japanese, often 'warrior, strong man' (said 'TAH-kay-oh'). Time-honored and warm.

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Origin MediumJapanese

MeaningA Japanese boy's name whose meaning depends on the kanji, commonly 'warrior, strong, brave man' (take 'warrior, military' + o 'man, hero'). A classic Japanese name.

U.S. rank (2024)#10747 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1919

Total births (all-time)≈ 763

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Takeo is a longstanding Japanese boy's name whose sense shifts with the kanji, commonly 'warrior, strong man, hero.' It carries a traditional, dignified feel. Warm and rooted (said 'TAH-kay-oh').

In the U.S. it appears softly, mostly among Japanese families as a heritage pick. Brave, dignified, and rooted.

Did you know? Takeo is a classic Japanese boy's name usually read 'warrior' or 'strong, brave man,' joining take, 'military,' with o, 'man' (said 'TAH-kay-oh').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Takeo — Japanese 'warrior, strong man'; meaning varies by kanji

Variations

TakaoTakeshi

Nicknames

TakeTak

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Takeo mean?

Takeo is a Japanese name usually read 'warrior' or 'strong, brave man.'

How do you pronounce Takeo?

It's said TAH-kay-oh /ˈtɑːkeɪoʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Takeo a boy or girl name?

Takeo is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Takeo?

Takeo is a classic name in Japan and uncommon for boys in the U.S.