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Keiji 慶寺 – Japanese surname
Keiji (慶寺) is read けいじ and has 3 syllables. It is a family name. Written as 慶寺, the characters mean: jubilation + Buddhist temple. This reading can be written with one kanji combination, with 21 strokes.
How to write Keiji in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 慶寺 | けいじ | jubilation + Buddhist temple | 21 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Keiji
Keiji in different scripts
| Romaji | Keiji |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | けいじ |
| Katakana | ケイジ |
| Kanji (most common) | 慶寺 |
Full name examples
- Ayumi Keiji (Japanese order: 慶寺歩美, けいじ あゆみ)
- Yurina Keiji (Japanese order: 慶寺百合奈, けいじ ゆりな)
- Yuki Keiji (Japanese order: 慶寺結城, けいじ ゆうき)
How to pronounce Keiji
Break it into 2 parts: kei · ji. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 3 sound units are written けいじ.
Questions about Keiji
What does Keiji mean in Japanese?
Keiji has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 慶寺, combines these meanings: jubilation + Buddhist temple.
How do you write Keiji in kanji?
The most common way is 慶寺 (けいじ).
How do you write Keiji in katakana?
Keiji is ケイジ in katakana and けいじ in hiragana.
How do you pronounce Keiji?
Keiji is read けいじ and has 3 syllables (morae).
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