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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameGou
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:ごう
  • Katakanatip:ゴウ
  • English transcriptionstip:Gou, Go, Goh, Gō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Goukun(ごうくん)Click to speech ごうくんGocchan(ごっちゃん)Click to speech ごっちゃんGochan(ごーちゃん)Click to speech ごーちゃん

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 nameGou

Kanji Names & Meanings - 12 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 "Gou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "strong, sturdy, tough."

  • Strong - Having great physical or mental strength.

  • Firm - Having a solid, almost unyielding structure or consistency.

  • Sturdy - Strong and durable.

  • Resolute - Having a strong determination and a firm purpose.

  • Fierce - Having a violent or aggressive nature.

  • Precise - Exact and accurate.

  • Immediate - Happening or done without delay.

Name ideas examples

  • Strong - Having great physical or mental strength, suggesting a baby who will be resilient and brave.

  • Firm - Having a solid, almost unyielding structure or consistency, suggesting a baby who will be reliable and dependable.

  • Sturdy - Strong and durable, suggesting a baby who will be reliable and hardworking.

  • Resolute - Having a strong determination and a firm purpose, suggesting a baby who will be determined and persistent.

  • Precise - Exact and accurate, suggesting a baby who will be meticulous and detail-oriented.

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means "roar, thunder, boom."

  • Roar - A loud sound, such as from a car, thunder, or an explosion.

  • Rumble - A loud sound that echoes.

  • Explode - An explosion, such as from gunpowder.

  • Extremely - Very, to an extreme degree.

  • Famous - Widely known and recognized.

  • Exciting - A feeling of anticipation or excitement in the chest.

Name ideas examples

  • Greatness - This kanji conveys a sense of greatness, which could be a great name for a baby. It implies that the child will be strong and powerful, and will have a great impact on the world.

  • Strength - The kanji also conveys a sense of strength, which could be a great name for a baby. It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will be able to overcome any obstacle.

  • Resilience - The kanji also conveys a sense of resilience, which could be a great name for a baby. It implies that the child will be able to bounce back from any setback and will be able to persevere in the face of adversity.

  • Popularity - The kanji also conveys a sense of popularity, which could be a great name for a baby. It implies that the child will be well-known and respected, and will be able to make a name for themselves.

  • Excitement - The kanji also conveys a sense of excitement, which could be a great name for a baby. It implies that the child will be full of energy and enthusiasm, and will be able to bring joy and happiness to those around

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means "trench, ditch, moat."

  • Moat - A deep, wide ditch dug around a castle or fort to protect it from enemies.

Name ideas examples

  • Protection - The act of protecting someone or something from harm or danger.

  • Strength - The quality or state of being strong, physical power and energy.

  • Resilience - The ability to recover quickly from difficulties, toughness.

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means "perseverance, fortitude, determination."

  • Strong - Having great strength or power.

  • Resolute - Having or showing firm determination.

  • Determined - Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it.

Name ideas examples

  • Strength - The quality or state of being strong, physical power or capacity.

  • Resilience - The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties, toughness.

  • Courage - The ability to do something that frightens one, bravery.

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means "powerful, strong, great, magnificent."

  • Outstanding - Having superior ability or qualities compared to others. Strong, fierce, brave.

  • Leader - A person who leads or commands.

  • Wealthy - Having a lot of money or possessions. Rich, noble.

  • A Single Hair - Extremely small.

  • Coarse hair.

  • A type of wild animal.

  • Australia - Abbreviated as Australia.

Name ideas examples

  • Strong - This kanji implies strength and courage, and is a great choice for a baby who is born into a family with a long history of strength and courage.

  • Leader - This kanji implies leadership and the ability to lead others, and is a great choice for a baby who is born into a family with a long history of leadership and the ability to lead others.

  • Wealthy - This kanji implies wealth and power, and is a great choice for a baby who is born into a family with a long history of wealth and power.

  • Daring - This kanji implies daring and boldness, and is a great choice for a baby who is born into a family with a long history of daring and boldness.

  • Elegant - This kanji implies elegance and sophistication, and is a great choice for a baby who is born into a family with a long history of elegance and sophistication.

  • Rare - This kanji implies rarity and uniqueness, and is a great choice for a baby who is born into a family with a long history of rarity and uniqueness.

  • Wild - This kanji implies a sense of adventure and exploration, which are important qualities for a baby to have.

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means "village, hometown, rural area."

Name ideas examples

  • Home - It conveys a sense of belonging and security. It also implies a place of comfort and familiarity.

  • Village - It implies a sense of community and connection to a larger group. It also conveys a sense of stability and tradition.

  • Countryside - It implies a connection to nature and the outdoors. It also conveys a sense of peacefulness and tranquility.

  • Hometown - It implies a connection to one's roots and a sense of pride in one's heritage. It also conveys a sense of belonging and familiarity.

  • Old Administrative District - It implies a connection to history and tradition. It also conveys a sense of stability and continuity.

ごう- Gou -

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Hiragana and katakana, which are phonetic but without inherent meaning.

吾侑- Gou -

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means "i, me, myself."

  • I, Me, Myself - A first-person pronoun used to refer to oneself.

  • A term used when addressing close friends, such as "吾子(ako)" or "吾兄(ase)".

  • To protect/defend.

Name ideas examples

  • Self - This kanji that conveys the idea of self-confidence and independence.

  • Protection - This kanji that conveys the idea of protection and defense.

means "to help, to assist, to give aid."

  • Help - To provide protection or assistance.

  • Recommend - To suggest or offer something, such as a dish or drink.

  • Reward - To express gratitude or appreciation.

  • Forgive - To pardon or excuse a fault or offense.

Name ideas examples

  • Blessing - To bestow a blessing on the baby, to wish them good fortune and success.

  • Protection - To provide protection and safety for the baby.

  • Gratitude - To express gratitude for the baby’s arrival and to show appreciation for them.

  • Forgiveness - To forgive the baby for any mistakes they may make and to show unconditional love.

悟佑- Gou -

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means "enlightenment, realization."

  • Understand - To understand something clearly.

  • Awaken - To awaken from confusion.

  • Wake - To wake up from sleep.

Name ideas examples

  • Enlightenment - This kanji implies that the child will be wise and have the ability to gain insight and understanding of the world around them.

  • Awakening - This kanji implies that the child will be able to wake up from any confusion or difficulty and find clarity.

  • Clarity - This kanji implies that the child will be able to see things clearly and make wise decisions.

  • Insight - This kanji implies that the child will be able to gain insight into the world around them and make wise decisions.

  • Wisdom - This kanji implies that the child will be wise and have the ability to gain insight and understanding of the world around them.

means "assistance, help, aid."

  • Help - To provide assistance or support.

  • Protect - To shield or guard from harm or danger.

  • Aid - To give assistance or support.

Name ideas examples

  • Help - To provide assistance or support to the baby throughout their life.

  • Protect - To shield or guard the baby from harm or danger.

  • Aid - To give assistance or support to the baby in times of need.

悟羽- Gou -

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means "enlightenment, realization."

  • Understand - To understand something clearly.

  • Awaken - To awaken from confusion.

  • Wake - To wake up from sleep.

Name ideas examples

  • Enlightenment - This kanji implies that the child will be wise and have the ability to gain insight and understanding of the world around them.

  • Awakening - This kanji implies that the child will be able to wake up from any confusion or difficulty and find clarity.

  • Clarity - This kanji implies that the child will be able to see things clearly and make wise decisions.

  • Insight - This kanji implies that the child will be able to gain insight into the world around them and make wise decisions.

  • Wisdom - This kanji implies that the child will be wise and have the ability to gain insight and understanding of the world around them.

means "feather, wing."

  • Feathers - The feathers of a bird or insect.

  • Bird - A bird or other avian species.

  • Ornament - An ornament held in the hand when dancing.

  • Help - Something that provides assistance. An assistant.

  • Numeral - A numeral used to count birds or rabbits.

Name ideas examples

  • Wing - This is a symbol of freedom and hope, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to explore the world and reach their full potential.

  • Bird - This is a symbol of beauty and grace, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to soar and reach new heights.

  • Help - This is a symbol of support and guidance, and is a reminder that the baby will have the support of their family and friends to help them reach their goals.

  • Number - This is a symbol of luck and fortune, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to make their own luck and find success in life.

梧生- Gou -

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means "parasol tree."

  • Wutong - A deciduous tree of the family Ailuraceae.

  • Grandeur - Magnificent and impressive.

Name ideas examples

  • Wutong - A strong and resilient tree, symbolizing strength and resilience in the face of adversity.

  • Grandeur - Symbolizing grandeur and greatness, a reminder to strive for greatness in life.

means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."

  • To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.

  • To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.

  • To Give Birth - Give birth, born, produce, create, occur.

  • Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.

  • To Grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.

  • Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.

  • Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.

  • Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.

  • Student - Student, pupil, disciple.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.

  • Life - Representing the preciousness of life.

  • Living - Signifying the joy of living.

  • To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.

  • To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.

  • To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.

  • Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.

  • Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.

  • Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.

胡宇- Gou -

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means "hu, foreign, barbarian."

  • A question word used to express doubt.

  • Longevity, living a long life.

  • Ebisu - An ancient ethnic group living in the north and west of China.

  • Chaotian - Carelessly.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Lived - This is a positive connotation that implies a long and prosperous life. It is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of hope and optimism for the future.

  • Question - This meaning implies a sense of curiosity and inquisitiveness, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have. It is also a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of exploration and discovery.

  • Rough - This meaning implies a sense of strength and resilience, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have. It is also a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of determination and perseverance.

  • Barbarian - This meaning implies a sense of wildness and freedom, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have. It is also a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of adventure and exploration.

means "space, universe."

  • Roof, House - A roof or house, representing a home and shelter.

  • Universe - The universe, representing the world and all that is in it.

  • Spirit, Intelligence - Spirit or intelligence, representing a person's capacity for thought and understanding.

Name ideas examples

  • Shelter - Representing a safe and secure home for the baby.

  • Universe - Representing the vastness of the world and the baby's place in it.

  • Intelligence - Representing the baby's potential for learning and growth.

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