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Japanese boy(male) nameAsao
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:あさお
  • Katakanatip:アサオ
  • English Syllablestip:a-sa-o (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:a-sa-o (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Asao
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Aokun(あおくん)Click to speech あおくんAsaochan(あさおちゃん)Click to speech あさおちゃんSaokun(さおくん)Click to speech さおくん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameAsao

Kanji Names & Meanings - 11 variations

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Asao," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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浅生- Asao -

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means "shallow, light, limited."

Name ideas examples

  • Shallow - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Light - Light represents hope, guidance, and the illumination of truth. May your child be a light to others, guiding and illuminating the way.

  • Limited - Limited - Not extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of limited throughout life.

means "to live, alive, life."

Name ideas examples

  • To Give Birth - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.

  • To Grow - Growing represents continuous improvement, development, and reaching potential. May your child never stop growing, always reaching toward greater potential.

  • To Reside - The act of reside represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child reside with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Alive - Being alive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be alive, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Life - Life is the precious gift, the journey of experiences that shapes who we become. May your child live fully, treasuring every moment of this precious gift.

  • Humble Self - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.

  • Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.

  • Opera Role - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.

  • Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.

  • Raw - Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of raw throughout life.

  • Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.

  • Student - Student - One who learns; a pupil - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of student throughout life.

彰夫- Asao -

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means "manifest, proclaim, distinguish."

Name ideas examples

  • Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.

  • Proclaim - Proclaim - To announce publicly - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of proclaim throughout life.

  • Distinguish - Distinguishing represents discernment, excellence, and standing out positively. May your child distinguish themselves through excellence and integrity.

  • Clear, Obvious - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.

  • Pattern, Design - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

means "husband, man, worker."

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.

  • Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.

  • Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.

  • Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.

麻夫- Asao -

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means "hemp, linen, numb."

  • Hemp - A plant used for fiber and other purposes.

  • Linen - Fabric made from plant fibers.

  • Numb - Without Feeling; paralyzed.

  • Sesame - A plant producing seeds (when combined).

Name ideas examples

  • Hemp - Hemp - A plant used for fiber and other purposes - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hemp throughout life.

  • Linen - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.

  • Numb - Numb - Without Feeling; paralyzed - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of numb throughout life.

  • Sesame - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.

means "husband, man, worker."

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.

  • Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.

  • Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.

  • Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.

朝夫- Asao -

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means "morning, dynasty, court."

  • Morning - The early part of the day.

  • Court - The Royal Court; government.

  • Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.

  • Era - A period of time in history.

  • Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.

  • Dynasty - A succession of rulers from the same family.

Name ideas examples

  • Morning - Morning symbolizes fresh starts, renewed energy, and optimism. May your child embrace each morning with optimism and renewed purpose.

  • Court - Court - The royal court; government - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of court throughout life.

  • Attendance - Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the empe - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of attendance throughout life.

  • Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.

  • Reign - Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reign throughout life.

  • Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

means "husband, man, worker."

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.

  • Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.

  • Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.

  • Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.

朝生- Asao -

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means "morning, dynasty, court."

  • Morning - The early part of the day.

  • Court - The Royal Court; government.

  • Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.

  • Era - A period of time in history.

  • Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.

  • Dynasty - A succession of rulers from the same family.

Name ideas examples

  • Morning - Morning symbolizes fresh starts, renewed energy, and optimism. May your child embrace each morning with optimism and renewed purpose.

  • Court - Court - The royal court; government - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of court throughout life.

  • Attendance - Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the empe - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of attendance throughout life.

  • Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.

  • Reign - Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reign throughout life.

  • Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

means "to live, alive, life."

Name ideas examples

  • To Give Birth - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.

  • To Grow - Growing represents continuous improvement, development, and reaching potential. May your child never stop growing, always reaching toward greater potential.

  • To Reside - The act of reside represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child reside with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Alive - Being alive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be alive, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Life - Life is the precious gift, the journey of experiences that shapes who we become. May your child live fully, treasuring every moment of this precious gift.

  • Humble Self - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.

  • Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.

  • Opera Role - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.

  • Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.

  • Raw - Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of raw throughout life.

  • Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.

  • Student - Student - One who learns; a pupil - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of student throughout life.

朝朗- Asao -

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means "morning, dynasty, court."

  • Morning - The early part of the day.

  • Court - The Royal Court; government.

  • Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.

  • Era - A period of time in history.

  • Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.

  • Dynasty - A succession of rulers from the same family.

Name ideas examples

  • Morning - Morning symbolizes fresh starts, renewed energy, and optimism. May your child embrace each morning with optimism and renewed purpose.

  • Court - Court - The royal court; government - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of court throughout life.

  • Attendance - Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the empe - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of attendance throughout life.

  • Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.

  • Reign - Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reign throughout life.

  • Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

means "cheerful, clear, resonant."

  • Cheerful - Bright and sunny in disposition; clear and open-hearted.

  • Resonant - Having a full, clear sound that carries well.

Name ideas examples

  • Cheerful - Being cheerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be cheerful, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Resonant - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.

朝男- Asao -

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means "morning, dynasty, court."

  • Morning - The early part of the day.

  • Court - The Royal Court; government.

  • Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.

  • Era - A period of time in history.

  • Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.

  • Dynasty - A succession of rulers from the same family.

Name ideas examples

  • Morning - Morning symbolizes fresh starts, renewed energy, and optimism. May your child embrace each morning with optimism and renewed purpose.

  • Court - Court - The royal court; government - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of court throughout life.

  • Attendance - Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the empe - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of attendance throughout life.

  • Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.

  • Reign - Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reign throughout life.

  • Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

means "man, son, vigorous person."

Name ideas examples

  • Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.

  • Manly Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.

  • Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.

  • Vigorous Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.

朝雄- Asao -

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means "morning, dynasty, court."

  • Morning - The early part of the day.

  • Court - The Royal Court; government.

  • Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.

  • Era - A period of time in history.

  • Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.

  • Dynasty - A succession of rulers from the same family.

Name ideas examples

  • Morning - Morning symbolizes fresh starts, renewed energy, and optimism. May your child embrace each morning with optimism and renewed purpose.

  • Court - Court - The royal court; government - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of court throughout life.

  • Attendance - Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the empe - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of attendance throughout life.

  • Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.

  • Reign - Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reign throughout life.

  • Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

means "male, superior, strong."

Name ideas examples

  • Male - The masculine represents strength, protection, and active energy. May your child embody vigorous strength of character.

  • Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.

  • Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.

  • Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.

浅夫- Asao -

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means "shallow, light, limited."

Name ideas examples

  • Shallow - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Light - Light represents hope, guidance, and the illumination of truth. May your child be a light to others, guiding and illuminating the way.

  • Limited - Limited - Not extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of limited throughout life.

means "husband, man, worker."

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.

  • Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.

  • Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.

  • Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.

麻雄- Asao -

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means "hemp, linen, numb."

  • Hemp - A plant used for fiber and other purposes.

  • Linen - Fabric made from plant fibers.

  • Numb - Without Feeling; paralyzed.

  • Sesame - A plant producing seeds (when combined).

Name ideas examples

  • Hemp - Hemp - A plant used for fiber and other purposes - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hemp throughout life.

  • Linen - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.

  • Numb - Numb - Without Feeling; paralyzed - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of numb throughout life.

  • Sesame - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.

means "male, superior, strong."

Name ideas examples

  • Male - The masculine represents strength, protection, and active energy. May your child embody vigorous strength of character.

  • Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.

  • Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.

  • Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.

亜佐夫- Asao -

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means "sub-, asia, second."

  • Sub- - Secondary; of lesser rank.

  • Asia - The Asian continent.

  • Second - Following the first.

  • Low Oxidation - A compound with a low degree of oxidation.

  • Subordinate - A lower level unit in the basic unit of biological classification such as phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.

Name ideas examples

  • Sub- - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

  • Asia - Asia - The Asian continent - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of asia throughout life.

  • Second - Coming second represents following with purpose, learning from first. May your child follow wisely and lead when ready.

  • Low Oxidation - Lowness represents humility, accessibility, and connection with the earth. May your child stay humble and accessible, connected to their roots.

  • Subordinate - Being subordinate teaches humility, learning, and service. May your child learn well as a subordinate and lead well in turn.

means "assist, aid, deputy."

  • Assist - To Help; to support.

  • Aid - To give assistance.

  • Deputy - A person who assists a superior.

Name ideas examples

  • Assist - Assist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the assist's dedication and skill in their life's work.

  • Aid - Aiding represents helping, support, and coming to others' assistance. May your child aid those in need with a generous heart.

  • Deputy - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.

means "husband, man, worker."

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.

  • Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.

  • Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.

  • Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.

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