Kanji

Kanji is a British surname of Japanese origin. It is derived from the Japanese term for the characters in the Chinese writing system that are used in the Japanese language.

The surname Kanji is relatively rare in Britain, with most individuals bearing this name having roots or connections to Japan. The name may have been brought to Britain through immigration, intercultural marriages, or other forms of connections between Japan and Britain.

As with many surnames of non-British origins, the surname Kanji represents the rich diversity of cultures that have influenced and enriched the British society over the centuries. It is a testament to the multiculturalism and interconnectedness of modern Britain.

There are approximately 653 people named Kanji in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Kanji.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amyn
  • Arvin
  • Ash
  • Daanish
  • Dharmendra
  • Karim
  • Mahesh
  • Mohamed
  • Mohammed
  • Muhammad
  • Muhammd
  • Nazir
  • Rahim
  • Ramji
  • Suresh

Female

  • Anita
  • Farida
  • Jean
  • Kauser
  • Leila
  • Nita
  • Premila
  • Sabrina
  • Shireen
  • Zahra

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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