Tanjiro
Tanjiro is a boys' name of Japanese origin meaning “charcoal, second son.”
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how do you pronounce Tanjiro?
tan-JEE-roh
more about Tanjiro
Primarily known as the name of the protagonist in the immensely popular manga and anime series Demon Slayer (Kimetsu no Yaiba) by Koyoharu Gotouge, set in Taisho-era Japan.
the history of Tanjiro
The name is known from Tanjiro Kamado, the hero of the manga and anime Demon Slayer.
who are famous people named Tanjiro?
- Tanjiro Kamado (Demon Slayer protagonist)
what names go well with Tanjiro?
Sibling names that share Tanjiro's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Tanjiro
What does the name Tanjiro mean?
Tanjiro means “charcoal, second son”.
What is the origin of the name Tanjiro?
Tanjiro comes from the Japanese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Tanjiro?
Tanjiro has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Tanjiro a boy or girl name?
Tanjiro is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Tanjiro?
Tanjiro is pronounced tan-JEE-roh, with 3 syllables.
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