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Daigo
Daigo- Gender:Unisex
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:だいご - :ダイゴ
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This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for . 
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This name is also used as a surname: 
Daigo
The 60th emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. He was enthroned in 897 CE.
Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Daigo."
醍 means "daigo, red sake."
Akairo - Red alcoholic beverage.
Name ideas examples
Daigo - Daigo - A refined dairy product; the essence - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of daigo throughout life.
Red Sake - Red in Japan represents vitality, celebration, and protection from evil spirits. May your child be vibrant and protected, their life full of celebration and vitality.
Akairo - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
醐 means "ghee."
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Ghee - Ghee represents essence, purification, and the concentration of goodness. May your child embody concentrated goodness, purified of impurities and full of essence.
Butter - Butter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the butter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
天 means "sky, ruler of the universe, nature."
Ruler of the Universe - The Supreme Being; the controller of all things.
Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.
Name ideas examples
Sky - In Japan, the sky (天) symbolizes limitless potential, divine protection, and aspirations beyond earthly bounds. May your child reach for the heavens with boundless ambition, while remaining grounded in humility.
Ruler of the Universe - The supreme ruler represents ultimate authority, wisdom, and the ordering of all things. May your child order their life with supreme wisdom, governing themselves before governing others.
Nature - Nature represents the inherent order of things, authenticity, and the wisdom of the natural world. May your child live in harmony with nature, true to their authentic self.
Birthright - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.
Emperor - An emperor holds supreme responsibility for the welfare of many. May your child rise to meet great responsibilities with wisdom.
Gods - Gods - Deities; also, the realm where they dwell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gods throughout life.
Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.
Weather - Weather patterns reflect the natural order and the acceptance of life's changing seasons. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding meaning in sunshine and storm alike.
皇 means "emperor, imperial, heaven."
Busy - Engaged in activity
Hectic - Characterized by intense activity or busyness.
Hurried - Moving or acting quickly.
King - A male ruler of a country or state.
Name ideas examples
Emperor - An emperor holds supreme responsibility for the welfare of many. May your child rise to meet great responsibilities with wisdom.
Imperial - Being imperial represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be imperial, letting this quality guide their path.
Heaven - Heaven represents the celestial realm where ancestors watch over the living, and the source of all blessings. May your child live under heaven's protection, guided by ancestral wisdom and divine grace.
Busy - Busy - Engaged in activity
Hectic - Being hectic represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be hectic, letting this quality guide their path.
Hurried - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
King - A king must balance power with wisdom and service to their people. May your child lead wisely wherever life calls them to serve.
Real Persons
The list contains people mentioned in Wikipedia. All JP links are in Japanese only. Sorry!
- 香川 大吾 judoka (1997- )
JP - 西畑 大吾 Japanese actor (1997- ) JP
- 笹川 大五 Japanese rugby union player (1997- ) JP
- 尾形 大吾 Japanese actor (1996- ) JP
- 西 大伍 Japanese association football player (1987- ) EN JP
- 松居 大悟 Japanese screenwriter and film director (1985- ) EN JP
- 今井 大悟 Japanese association football player (1984- ) JP
- 小林 大悟 Japanese association football player (1983- ) EN JP
- 飯塚 大悟 Japanese broadcast writer (1982- ) JP
- 小川 大悟 Japanese actor (1982- ) JP
- 松岡 大吾 Japanese baseball player (1970- ) JP
- 松浦 大悟 Japanese politician (1969- ) EN JP
- 草野 大悟 Japanese actor (1939-1991) JP
- 田村 大五 Japanese journalist (1935-2009) JP
- 池田 大伍 Japanese playwright (1885-1942) JP
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