Boy Name · English Origin
Takeshi
Takeshi is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Gift of God". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Takeshi often also consider Takashi.
Takeshi meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: English naming roots help connect Takeshi to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Takeshi as T·A·K·E·S·H·I, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Takeshi is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Takeshi variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Takeshia, Takeshie, Takeshiy, Takesh.
- Nicknames: Take and T.
- Middle names: Pair Takeshi with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Takeshi middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Takashi, Takisha, Takesha, Takeisha, Toshiko — full picks on the sibling names for Takeshi guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Takeshi? Browse our names like Takeshi guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Takeshi
What does the name Takeshi mean?
Takeshi means "Gift of God" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Takeshi?
Takeshi originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Takeshi?
Takeshi has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Takeshi a boy's or girl's name?
Takeshi is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Takeshi in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Takeshi sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Takeshi?
Names that share Takeshi's sound and style include Takashi, Takisha, Takesha, Takeisha, Toshiko.
What middle names pair well with Takeshi?
Good middle-name fits for Takeshi pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Takeshi is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Takeshi is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Takeshi?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Takeshi share its rhythm without rhyming — Takashi, Takisha, Takesha all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.