All about the name

Shuji

Male

« Shuji is a rare, traditional Japanese masculine name derived from the characters "Shu" (to assist) and "Ji" (to give), conveying kindness and helpfulness. »

#36719 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Shuji is a Japanese masculine given name. Its origin lies in the combination of two characters from the Japanese language: "Shu" and "Ji". The character "Shu" means "to assist" or "to help", while the character "Ji" signifies "to give" or "to present". The name Shuji therefore conveys a meaning that combines these two ideas, resulting in something like "assisting with offerings" or "helping to present". This significance emphasizes the virtues of kindness, generosity, and helpfulness. Historically, Shuji has been used among Japanese families for generations. However, it's not one of the most popular names, which contributes to its uniqueness when encountered today. Its rarity might also be due to the fact that it was traditionally more common among families with samurai backgrounds, as "Shu" and "Ji" were often associated with noble qualities expected from warriors. Nowadays, Shuji can still be found among Japanese people but has not quite caught on globally like some other Japanese names. It remains a name that carries a profound meaning while being somewhat rare outside of Japan. Those named Shuji might take pride in their unique moniker and its association with kindness and helpfulness.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Shuji since 1880

Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
1990
6 births
in 1990
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years