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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameAtou
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:あとう
  • Katakanatip:アトウ
  • English Syllablestip:a-tou (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:a-to-u (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Atou, Atoh, Ato, Atō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Akkun(あっくん)Click to speech あっくんTouchan( とうちゃん)Click to speech  とうちゃんAtokun( あとくん)Click to speech  あとくん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 2 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 "Atou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "to give, to participate, together."

Name ideas examples

  • To Give - Giving represents generosity, love in action, and the joy of blessing others. May your child give generously, finding joy in blessing others.

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

  • Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.

  • And - Connection and addition bring elements together meaningfully. May your child connect well with others and add value to the world.

  • Contradiction - Contradiction represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of contradiction.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Lament - Lament represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive lament throughout life.

  • Question - Questions represent curiosity, inquiry, and the search for understanding. May your child ask good questions and seek true answers.

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

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

  • With - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

亜斗欧- Atou -

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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 "dipper, measure, constellation."

  • Dipper - A ladle for scooping liquids.

  • Measure - A unit of volume (about 18 liters).

  • Constellation - The Big Dipper or Little Dipper stars.

  • Ladle - Tool used to scoop up water or alcohol.

  • Small - Tiny; insignificant.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Measure - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Constellation - Constellation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constellation.

  • Ladle - The ladle represents serving others, measured giving, and nourishing gifts. May your child serve others generously.

  • Small - Smallness carries humility, attention to detail, and the appreciation of subtlety. May your child notice and appreciate small blessings others might overlook.

means "to vomit, to beat, to sing."

Name ideas examples

  • Europe - Europe - The European continent - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of europe throughout life.

  • To Chant - The ability to chant represents purposeful action and contribution. May your child chant with wisdom and good intent.

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