Takuya
Meaning of Takuya
Takuya is a popular Japanese male name with a rich cultural heritage. It is pronounced as tah-KOO-yah (/taˈkuːjɑ/) in Japanese. The name Takuya is derived from two kanji characters, "taku" meaning "to raise" or "to nurture," and "ya" meaning "house" or "field." This combination of meanings gives the name Takuya associations of growth, strength, and protection. In the United States, the name Takuya has been given to a small but consistent number of newborn boys over the years. While its popularity may vary, its unique sound and meaningful origins make it an appealing choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their son. A similar variation of this name is Takayuki.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as tah-KOO-yah (/taˈkuːjɑ/)
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Notable People Named Takuya
| Takuya Kimura is a Japanese icon known for his success as an actor, singer, and member of the popular boy band SMAP. |
| Takuya Satō is a Japanese voice actor and singer affiliated with Ken Production, known for his role as Toshiki Kai in Cardfight!! Vanguard. |
| Takuya Iwata is a Japanese footballer known for playing as a left back for Auckland City in the NRFL Premier. |
| Takuya Kimura is a former Japanese baseball player known for his time with the Yomiuri Giants and the Hiroshima Toyo Carp. |
| Takuya Sato is a Japanese former football player. |
