Kanji
Pronunciation: [ k-ANJ-ee ]
Kanji is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,526 in the US, popular nicknames include Kan, Kay, and Kanie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,526
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Kanji
Kanji is a boy name .
Kanji is currently ranked #20,526 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kanji include Kan, Kay, and Kanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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