How Many People Are Named Ryuji?

Complete statistics for the name Ryuji: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ryuji
Very Rare
Japanese

Ryuji means 'dragon warrior' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 29 people named Ryuji live in the US today, and you're one in 11,469,361 Americans with this unique moniker. All 11 births in 2024 show it's a name for the young, with everyone under 30.

~29
Living in US
1 in 11,469,361
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Dragon warrior
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Strong Determined Courageous
11
Life Path Number

Life-path number 11 symbolizes intuition, spiritual insight, and a deep connection to the soul.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

53,837
Worldwide Bearers
#17,362
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
53,246
🇺🇸 United States
186
🇹🇭 Thailand
163
🇧🇷 Brazil
84
🇵🇭 Philippines
59
🇨🇦 Canada
16
🇦🇺 Australia
9
🇩🇪 Germany
8
🇫🇷 France
7
🇹🇼 Taiwan
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
29 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 8
29
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 29 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
33
Classic Feel
2
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ryuji Through the Generations

Ryuji stands out as a very rare name in the United States, with only 29 individuals bearing it. The name peaked in popularity in 2024 with 11 births, indicating a recent surge in interest. its modernity, Ryuji remains a niche choice, with all current bearers under 30 years old, suggesting it's a name for the younger generation.

✨ Similar Names to Ryuji

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ryuji's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Ryuji

How Many People Have the Name Ryuji?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 29 people in the United States currently share the name Ryuji. That works out to roughly 1 in every 11,469,361 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ryuji a Common or Rare Name?

Ryuji is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ryuji Mean?

Ryuji means "dragon warrior" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ryuji in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Ryuji Most Popular?

The name Ryuji reached peak popularity in 2024, with 11 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ryuji?

Approximately 29 people named Ryuji live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 29. That works out to roughly 1 in 11,469,361 Americans.

Is Ryuji a rare name?

Ryuji is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 11,469,361 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ryuji mean?

Ryuji means "dragon warrior" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Ryuji more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ryuji are male and 0% are female.

When was Ryuji most popular?

Ryuji peaked in 2024 with 11 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US29
All-Time Births29
1 in X1 in 11,469,361
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age8
Peak Year2024
World Rank#17,362
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.