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Tanjiro

♂ Boy

Pronounced tan-JEE-roh /tænˈdʒiːroʊ/Medium

Meaning: A traditional Japanese boy's name whose meaning shifts with the kanji; the -jiro element often marks a 'second son.' Widely known now as the hero of the anime Demon Slayer, which we note honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A Japanese name with anime fame: Tanjiro is the Demon Slayer lead (said 'tan-JEE-roh'). Traditional and warm.
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Origin MediumJapanese
MeaningA traditional Japanese boy's name whose meaning shifts with the kanji; the -jiro element often marks a 'second son.' Widely known now as the hero of the anime Demon Slayer, which we note honestly.
U.S. rank (2025)#13671 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 34

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320202025

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

Tanjiro is a traditional Japanese boy's name whose sense depends on the kanji, with -jiro often meaning 'second son.' Its global fame comes from the anime Demon Slayer, which we note honestly. Warm and rooted (said 'tan-JEE-roh').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, boosted lately by anime fandom. Traditional, warm, and newly familiar.

Did you know? Tanjiro is a traditional Japanese boy's name - the -jiro element often marks a 'second son' - now known worldwide as the hero of Demon Slayer, which we note honestly (said 'tan-JEE-roh').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Tanjiro — Traditional Japanese name; Demon Slayer lead (noted honestly)

Variations

TanjirouTanjuro

Nicknames

TanJiro

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tanjiro mean?

Tanjiro is a traditional Japanese name; -jiro often marks a 'second son.' It's also the Demon Slayer hero, which we note honestly.

How do you pronounce Tanjiro?

It's said tan-JEE-roh /tænˈdʒiːroʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Tanjiro a boy or girl name?

Tanjiro is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Tanjiro?

Tanjiro is rare in the U.S. but rising with anime fandom.

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