Ryuji
Meaning of Ryuji
Ryuji is a traditional Japanese male name that holds significant cultural resonance. Pronounced as roo-YOO-jee (/ɾjuːdʒi/), the name combines the kanji characters "竜" (ryū), meaning "dragon," and "二" (ji), which often signifies "second" or can be part of various compound words. This powerful combination imbues the name with connotations of strength, wisdom, and nobility, characteristics often associated with dragons in East Asian mythology. A common variation of the name is Ryu, which retains much of its original essence while offering a simpler alternative. Although Ryuji is relatively rare in the United States, it has seen sporadic use over the years, with occurrences recorded in 2008, 2012, and 2022. The name's unique sound and rich cultural background make it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as roo-YOO-jee (/ɾjuːdʒi/)
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Notable People Named Ryuji
| Ryūji Miyamoto is a renowned Japanese photographer, famous for his work capturing ruins and post-war landscapes, who initially studied graphic design before teaching himself photography and gaining recognition as an architectural journalist. |
| Ryuji Utomo Prabowo is an Indonesian professional footballer known for his versatility in playing as a centre-back and defensive midfielder for Bali United and the Indonesia national team. |
| Ryuji Sato is a prominent international football referee from Japan, known for officiating matches in the AFC Champions League and FIFA World Cup qualifiers, as well as in the J. League Division 1. |
| Ryuji Sainei is a Japanese actor known for his role as Banban "Ban" Akaza/Deka Red in the 2004 Super Sentai series Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger. |
| Ryuji Fujiyama is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Ryuji Ito is a Japanese football player currently playing for Tochigi SC in the J2 League. |
| Ryuji Mochizuki is a retired Japanese footballer who was last associated with Fujieda MYFC. |
| Ryuji Koizumi is a Japanese politician who has been a member of the House of Representatives of Japan since 2000 and currently serves as the Minister of Justice. |
| Ryuji Wakatake is a Japanese professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters of the NPB. |
| Ryuji Watanabe is the general manager of the Toyotsu Fighting Eagles Nagoya in the Japanese B.League. |
| Ryuji Kitamura is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Ryuji Yamauchi is a Japanese footballer. |
| Ryuji Miyade is a former Nippon Professional Baseball outfielder. |
| Ryuji Shimoshi is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Ryūji Satomi is a Japanese politician serving as a member of the House of Councillors of Japan. |
