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Japanese boy(male) nameDouya
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:どうや
  • Katakanatip:ドウヤ
  • English transcriptionstip:Douya, Dōya
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Dou-kun(どうくん)Click to speech どうくんDou-chan(どうちゃん)Click to speech どうちゃんDou-yan(どうやん)Click to speech どうやん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Douya," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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動八- Douya -

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means "move, act, operate."

  • Move, Act, Work - To cause something to move or to take action.

  • Resonate - To have a strong emotional or spiritual impact.

  • Stir - To cause an emotion or feeling to be aroused.

  • Tendency - A natural inclination or tendency to do something.

Name ideas examples

  • Move - To cause something to move or to take action, suggesting a baby who is active and full of life.

  • Resonate - To have a strong emotional or spiritual impact, suggesting a baby who will bring joy and love to those around them.

  • Stir - To cause an emotion or feeling to be aroused, suggesting a baby who will bring excitement and energy to their environment.

  • Tendency - A natural inclination or tendency to do something, suggesting a baby who will be driven and determined to achieve their goals.

means "eight, 8."

  • Eight - The number eight.

  • Eight Times - Eight times or eight occasions.

  • Eighth In Order - The eighth in a sequence or order.

  • Divide - To divide or separate.

  • Two O'clock - An old way of referring to the current time of around 2am or 2pm.

Name ideas examples

  • Eight - Symbolizing good fortune, abundance, and prosperity.

  • Eighth In Order - Representing the idea of being special or unique.

  • Divide - Suggesting the idea of being a bridge between two worlds.

動矢- Douya -

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means "move, act, operate."

  • Move, Act, Work - To cause something to move or to take action.

  • Resonate - To have a strong emotional or spiritual impact.

  • Stir - To cause an emotion or feeling to be aroused.

  • Tendency - A natural inclination or tendency to do something.

Name ideas examples

  • Move - To cause something to move or to take action, suggesting a baby who is active and full of life.

  • Resonate - To have a strong emotional or spiritual impact, suggesting a baby who will bring joy and love to those around them.

  • Stir - To cause an emotion or feeling to be aroused, suggesting a baby who will bring excitement and energy to their environment.

  • Tendency - A natural inclination or tendency to do something, suggesting a baby who will be driven and determined to achieve their goals.

means "arrow, dart."

  • Arrow - A weapon shot with a bowstring.

  • Correct - To make something right or accurate.

  • Straight - Moving in a direct line.

  • Vow - A solemn promise or pledge.

  • Line Up - To arrange in a line or sequence.

  • Bestow - To give or confer.

  • Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels.

Name ideas examples

  • Arrow - Symbolizing strength, courage, and protection.

  • Correct - Representing accuracy, truth, and justice.

  • Straight - Signifying honesty, integrity, and directness.

  • Vow - Representing commitment, loyalty, and dedication.

  • Line Up - Symbolizing order, organization, and unity.

  • Bestow - Representing generosity, kindness, and grace.

道也- Douya -

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means "road, path, way."

  • Road, Path - A way for people to travel.

  • Technique, Skill - Knowledge and art of a particular skill or technique.

  • Principle, Law - Rules that people should follow.

  • Speak, Say - To express or communicate something.

  • Taoism - Teachings of Lao Tzu and Chuang Tzu.

  • Administrative Division - Name of an administrative division in ancient China.

  • Guide, Lead - To show the way or provide guidance.

  • Regional Division - Name of an old regional division, such as the Tokaido(東海道), Sanyodo(山陽道), and Hokkaido(北海道).

Name ideas examples

  • Road, Path - To symbolize a journey of life and the guidance of a parent.

  • Principle, Law - To symbolize the importance of following the right path in life.

  • Speak, Say - To symbolize the power of words and the importance of communication.

  • Guide, Lead - To symbolize the guidance of a parent and the importance of leading a good life.

means "also, too, likewise."

  • To Be - Read as "nari", expressing affirmation, certainty, and existence.

  • Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Is It So - Read as "ya", expressing confirmation, wonder, or seeking validation.

  • Exclamation - Read as "yo", emphasizing or calling attention to something.

Name ideas examples

  • To Be - This symbolizes a baby who will grow into their true self with confidence and certainty about their place in the world.

  • Will It Be - This expresses hope for a bright and promising future for the baby, filled with endless possibilities.

  • Is It So - This could express the joy and wonder of having a new baby in the family, a moment of sweet confirmation.

  • Exclamation - This captures the excitement and celebration that comes with welcoming a new life into the family.

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