Origin and Meaning of Tatsuya

Benevolent, dragon or to be a dragon.

Origin: Japanese - Tatsuya is derived from the kanji characters '達' (tatsu) which means 'to reach' or 'to attain' and '也' (ya) which can mean 'to be' or 'to be a dragon' when combined with '龍' (tatsu).

• Tatsuya is a common name in Japan, often associated with strength, wisdom, and benevolence.
• The name is popular for boys in Japan and is often given with various kanji combinations that can alter its meaning.
• Notable bearers of the name include Tatsuya Yamaguchi, a member of the popular Japanese boy band Tokio, and Tatsuya Nakadai, a famed actor.
• While Tatsuya has always been popular, it has seen a rise in usage during the late 20th century and remains a well-liked name for boys.
• Common variations of Tatsuya include Tatsuya in different kanji forms, resulting in names like Tatsuyoshi or Tatsuaki, each with unique meanings.