Koji

Meaning of Koji

Koji is a Japanese masculine name pronounced “koh-jee” (/koˌdʒi/) that combines succinctness with a variety of nuanced meanings, depending on the chosen kanji. Common renderings include 光 (kō, “light”) paired with 二 (ji, “second”) to suggest “second light,” or 幸 (kō, “happiness”) with 児 (ji, “child”) for “fortunate child.” In the United States, Koji has maintained a steady, if modest, presence in birth records—25 boys received the name in 2024, placing it at rank 899—reflecting its appeal among parents drawn to names that are brief yet rich in cultural resonance. The name’s international visibility has been further enhanced by figures such as Koji Kondo, the composer behind Super Mario’s iconic soundtrack.

Pronunciation

Japanese

• Pronunced as koh-jee (/koˌdʒi/)

• Kazuki
• Hiroshi
• Takashi
• Kenji
• Satoshi