Seiji
BoyJapanese
Seiji is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning "governing; politics; rule".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Japanese
Religion
None
Popularity
58 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
governing; politics; rule
Etymology
Derived from Japanese kanji such as 政 (sei, meaning 'government') and 司 (ji, meaning 'administer' or 'rule'). The name is formed by combining these characters to convey authority or governance.
Famous People Named Seiji
- Seiji Ozawa — Japanese orchestra conductor (1935–2024)
- Seiji Ueda — Japanese astronomer
- Seiji Maehara — Japanese politician
- Seiji Miyaguchi — actor (1913-1985)
- Seiji Kishi — Japanese director of anime
Frequently Asked Questions About Seiji
What does the name Seiji mean?
Seiji means "governing; politics; rule", and is of Japanese origin.
What is the origin of the name Seiji?
Seiji originates from Japanese, commonly used in East Asia.
Is Seiji a boy or girl name?
Seiji is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Seiji associated with?
Seiji is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Seiji?
Yes — notable people named Seiji include Seiji Ozawa (Japanese orchestra conductor, 1935–2024), Seiji Ueda (Japanese astronomer), Seiji Maehara (Japanese politician), Seiji Miyaguchi (actor, 1913-1985) and Seiji Kishi (Japanese director of anime).
Last updated: June 2026