Holding steady.
Popularity of Takuma since 1988
Babies named Takuma per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Takuma is a Japanese masculine given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988, the year it was first recorded. Its peak popularity came in 2007, and since then its usage has remained stable, with no significant upward or downward trajectory. The name has yet to achieve a rank in the U.S. top 1000, and data on how many babies per 1,000 share the name is not available due to its relative rarity. Takuma's meaning is highly variable because it is written with different kanji combinations chosen by parents; common character pairings include those that suggest qualities like openness, truth, or eminence. The name reflects modern Japanese naming trends, where phonetic appeal often takes precedence over traditional meaning. Despite its modest statistical footprint, Takuma has a strong cultural identity and is well recognized within Japanese communities.
Takuma is a Japanese masculine given name composed of two kanji characters. The first character, 'taku' (拓), can mean 'open up' or 'cultivate,' while 'ma' (真) often means 'true' or 'reality.' However, many other kanji combinations exist, such as 卓 (eminent) and 馬 (horse). The name is typically chosen for its positive connotations and phonetic appeal, with no deep historical tradition outside modern Japanese naming practices.
Sibling names for Takuma
Names that share Takuma's style, for a brother or sister.
