Takuma
Meaning of Takuma
Takuma is a strong and distinctive name for baby boys. It has its origins in Japan, where it is commonly used. The name Takuma is pronounced as "tah-KOO-mah" (/taˈkuːma/) in Japanese. It also has a variation, Taku, which carries a similar meaning and sound. While Takuma may not be as popular in the United States as some other names, it has been steadily gaining recognition over the years. In 2019, there were 6 recorded occurrences of the name Takuma, ranking at 10,794th place. This name's association with strength and uniqueness makes it an excellent choice for parents seeking something distinctively Japanese yet accessible to English speakers.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as tah-KOO-mah (/taˈkuːma/)
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Notable People Named Takuma
| Takuma Nakahira was a prominent Japanese photographer, critic, and theorist known for his role in the Provoke photography collective and his contributions to landscape discourse. |
| Takuma Sato, also known as "Taku," is a Japanese professional racing driver who has won the Indianapolis 500 twice and was the first Asian driver to achieve this feat. |
| Takuma Asano is a Japanese professional footballer known for playing as a forward for Bundesliga club VfL Bochum and the Japan national team. |
| Takuma Koga is a Japanese professional stock car racing driver competing in the ARCA Menards Series West. |
| Takuma Nishimura is a Japanese football player who represents Yokohama F. Marinos and the Japan national team. |
| Takuma Aoki is a Japanese former motorcycle road racer who achieved success in Grand Prix and World Superbike Championships before a spinal injury ended his racing career, after which he continued to work with Honda to develop cars for disabled individuals. |
| Takuma Sugano is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Takuma Ito is a retired Japanese football player who last played for ReinMeer Aomori in Japan Football League. |
| Takuma Kuroda is a Japanese football player who currently plays for FC Kariya. |
