Takeo
BoyJapanese
Takeo is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning "warrior hero".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Japanese
Religion
None
Popularity
72 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
warrior hero
Etymology
Japanese name composed of the kanji 武 (take, warrior) and 雄 (o, male/hero).
Famous People Named Takeo
- Takeo Wakabayashi — Japanese association football player (1907-1937)
- Takeo Takahashi — Japanese association football player
- Takeo Fukuda — Prime Minister of Japan from 1976 to 1978
- Takeo Miki — Japanese politician (1907-1988)
- Takeo Arishima — Japanese writer (1878-1923)
Frequently Asked Questions About Takeo
What does the name Takeo mean?
Takeo means "warrior hero", and is of Japanese origin.
What is the origin of the name Takeo?
Takeo originates from Japanese, commonly used in East Asia.
Is Takeo a boy or girl name?
Takeo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Takeo associated with?
Takeo is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Takeo?
Yes — notable people named Takeo include Takeo Wakabayashi (Japanese association football player, 1907-1937), Takeo Takahashi (Japanese association football player), Takeo Fukuda (Prime Minister of Japan from 1976 to 1978), Takeo Miki (Japanese politician, 1907-1988) and Takeo Arishima (Japanese writer, 1878-1923).
Last updated: June 2026