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Hirokun(ひろくん)
Tokki(とっきー)
Hicchan(ひっちゃん)![]()
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 "Hirotoki," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
博 means "wide, learned, gamble."
Learned - Knowledgeable; scholarly.
Gambling - Taking part in games of chance for money or other stakes.
Promote - To spread or increase the popularity of something.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
Learned - Teachers and scholars illuminate the path of knowledge for others. May your child both learn eagerly and share knowledge generously.
Gamble - Gamble - To Bet; to wager - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gamble throughout life.
Gambling - Gambling represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in gambling with purpose and skill.
Promote - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
刻 means "carve, time, harsh."
A Division of a Day Into Twelve Parts, Each Associated with One of the Twelve Japanese Zodiac Animals. Also, a Division of One Hour Into Three Parts - Jouko (upper), chuuko (middle), and kako (lower).
Carve - Carve - To cut into; to engrave - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of carve throughout life.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe; cruel - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
A Division of a Day Into Twelve Parts, Each Associated with One of the Twelve Japanese Zodiac Animals. Also, a Division of One Hour Into Three Parts - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
博 means "wide, learned, gamble."
Learned - Knowledgeable; scholarly.
Gambling - Taking part in games of chance for money or other stakes.
Promote - To spread or increase the popularity of something.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
Learned - Teachers and scholars illuminate the path of knowledge for others. May your child both learn eagerly and share knowledge generously.
Gamble - Gamble - To Bet; to wager - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gamble throughout life.
Gambling - Gambling represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in gambling with purpose and skill.
Promote - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
常 means "always, ordinary, eternal."
Eternal - Unchanging; permanent.
Unit of Length - This refers to a unit of length that is twice the length of a jin (eight feet).
Usual, Regular - This refers to something that is normal or expected.
Always - Always - At all times; constantly - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of always throughout life.
Ordinary - Ordinary - Normal; usual - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ordinary throughout life.
Eternal - Eternity transcends time, representing that which endures forever beyond change. May your child create things of eternal value, leaving a legacy that transcends time.
Flag - Flag - An imperial banner; a standard - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of flag throughout life.
Unit of Length - Units of measure represent standards, consistency, and fair measurement. May your child measure their life by meaningful standards.
Usual, Regular - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
博 means "wide, learned, gamble."
Learned - Knowledgeable; scholarly.
Gambling - Taking part in games of chance for money or other stakes.
Promote - To spread or increase the popularity of something.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
Learned - Teachers and scholars illuminate the path of knowledge for others. May your child both learn eagerly and share knowledge generously.
Gamble - Gamble - To Bet; to wager - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gamble throughout life.
Gambling - Gambling represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in gambling with purpose and skill.
Promote - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
時 means "time, hour, season."
Hour - A unit of time measurement.
Season - The four divisions of the year.
Era - A period in history.
Occasion - A Particular Moment; an opportunity.
Opportunity - A suitable time.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Hour - Hours measure the precious segments of each day, never to return once passed. May your child use their hours wisely, treasuring each precious segment of time.
Season - Seasons teach us about cycles, timing, and the wisdom of accepting change. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding purpose in each phase.
Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.
Occasion - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Opportunity - Opportunity - A suitable time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of opportunity throughout life.
博 means "wide, learned, gamble."
Learned - Knowledgeable; scholarly.
Gambling - Taking part in games of chance for money or other stakes.
Promote - To spread or increase the popularity of something.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
Learned - Teachers and scholars illuminate the path of knowledge for others. May your child both learn eagerly and share knowledge generously.
Gamble - Gamble - To Bet; to wager - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gamble throughout life.
Gambling - Gambling represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in gambling with purpose and skill.
Promote - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
期 means "period, promise, resolve."
Cut - To divide into pieces.
Decide - To make a decision.
Meet - To come together as promised.
Time - A predetermined date and time.
Period - Periods represent time segments, eras, and meaningful intervals. May your child make the most of every period in their life.
Promise - Promises represent commitment, integrity, and the sacred bond of one's word. May your child keep their promises, their word as good as gold.
Resolve - Resolve - To decide firmly; to determine - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of resolve throughout life.
Cut - Cutting represents decisiveness, separation, and clarity. May your child cut through confusion with decisive clarity.
Cycle - Circles represent wholeness, cycles, and completeness. May your child experience life's full circle with grace.
Decide - Deciding represents determination, commitment, and taking a stand. May your child decide with wisdom and stand by good decisions.
Meet - Meet - To come together as promised - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of meet throughout life.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
大 means "big, excellent, greatly."
Big - Large in Size; great in degree; many in number or quantity.
Excellent - Outstanding; magnificent; impressive.
Approximately - Roughly; generally; more or less.
Grand - Of great size, scope, or extent.
Honorific - A word of respect added before someone's name.
Prefix - A prefix indicating respect or greatness.
Respectful - Showing respect or reverence for someone or something.
Big - Bigness represents generosity, capacity, and the ability to embrace much. May your child have a big heart, with generous capacity to embrace all of life.
Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.
Greatly - Greatness encompasses exceptional ability, noble character, and significant achievement. May your child achieve true greatness—not just in accomplishment, but in character.
Approximately - Approximately - Roughly; generally; more or less - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of approximately throughout life.
Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prefix - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Proud - Proud - Arrogant; having a haughty attitude - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of proud throughout life.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
示 means "show, indicate, reveal."
Instruct - To give directions or advice.
Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.
Indicate - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Instruct - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
宏 means "wide, to expand, excellent."
To Expand - To make larger.
Excellent - Outstanding; magnificent.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
To Expand - The act of expand represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child expand with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.
Expand, Amplify - Expand/Amplify - To make bigger or more extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of expand/amplify throughout life.
刻 means "carve, time, harsh."
A Division of a Day Into Twelve Parts, Each Associated with One of the Twelve Japanese Zodiac Animals. Also, a Division of One Hour Into Three Parts - Jouko (upper), chuuko (middle), and kako (lower).
Carve - Carve - To cut into; to engrave - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of carve throughout life.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe; cruel - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
A Division of a Day Into Twelve Parts, Each Associated with One of the Twelve Japanese Zodiac Animals. Also, a Division of One Hour Into Three Parts - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
宏 means "wide, to expand, excellent."
To Expand - To make larger.
Excellent - Outstanding; magnificent.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
To Expand - The act of expand represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child expand with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.
Expand, Amplify - Expand/Amplify - To make bigger or more extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of expand/amplify throughout life.
常 means "always, ordinary, eternal."
Eternal - Unchanging; permanent.
Unit of Length - This refers to a unit of length that is twice the length of a jin (eight feet).
Usual, Regular - This refers to something that is normal or expected.
Always - Always - At all times; constantly - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of always throughout life.
Ordinary - Ordinary - Normal; usual - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ordinary throughout life.
Eternal - Eternity transcends time, representing that which endures forever beyond change. May your child create things of eternal value, leaving a legacy that transcends time.
Flag - Flag - An imperial banner; a standard - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of flag throughout life.
Unit of Length - Units of measure represent standards, consistency, and fair measurement. May your child measure their life by meaningful standards.
Usual, Regular - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
宏 means "wide, to expand, excellent."
To Expand - To make larger.
Excellent - Outstanding; magnificent.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
To Expand - The act of expand represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child expand with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.
Expand, Amplify - Expand/Amplify - To make bigger or more extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of expand/amplify throughout life.
時 means "time, hour, season."
Hour - A unit of time measurement.
Season - The four divisions of the year.
Era - A period in history.
Occasion - A Particular Moment; an opportunity.
Opportunity - A suitable time.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Hour - Hours measure the precious segments of each day, never to return once passed. May your child use their hours wisely, treasuring each precious segment of time.
Season - Seasons teach us about cycles, timing, and the wisdom of accepting change. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding purpose in each phase.
Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.
Occasion - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Opportunity - Opportunity - A suitable time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of opportunity throughout life.
宏 means "wide, to expand, excellent."
To Expand - To make larger.
Excellent - Outstanding; magnificent.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
To Expand - The act of expand represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child expand with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.
Expand, Amplify - Expand/Amplify - To make bigger or more extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of expand/amplify throughout life.
期 means "period, promise, resolve."
Cut - To divide into pieces.
Decide - To make a decision.
Meet - To come together as promised.
Time - A predetermined date and time.
Period - Periods represent time segments, eras, and meaningful intervals. May your child make the most of every period in their life.
Promise - Promises represent commitment, integrity, and the sacred bond of one's word. May your child keep their promises, their word as good as gold.
Resolve - Resolve - To decide firmly; to determine - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of resolve throughout life.
Cut - Cutting represents decisiveness, separation, and clarity. May your child cut through confusion with decisive clarity.
Cycle - Circles represent wholeness, cycles, and completeness. May your child experience life's full circle with grace.
Decide - Deciding represents determination, commitment, and taking a stand. May your child decide with wisdom and stand by good decisions.
Meet - Meet - To come together as promised - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of meet throughout life.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
浩 means "vast, greatly, to be proud."
To be Proud - To be arrogant.
Boastful - Showing excessive pride or self-satisfaction.
Grand - Impressive in size, scope, or extent.
Vast - Vastness represents limitless potential, expansive thinking, and boundless opportunity. May your child's potential be vast, their dreams unbounded by limitation.
Greatly - Greatness encompasses exceptional ability, noble character, and significant achievement. May your child achieve true greatness—not just in accomplishment, but in character.
To be Proud - The act of be proud represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be proud with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Boastful - Being boastful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be boastful, letting this quality guide their path.
Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.
刻 means "carve, time, harsh."
A Division of a Day Into Twelve Parts, Each Associated with One of the Twelve Japanese Zodiac Animals. Also, a Division of One Hour Into Three Parts - Jouko (upper), chuuko (middle), and kako (lower).
Carve - Carve - To cut into; to engrave - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of carve throughout life.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe; cruel - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
A Division of a Day Into Twelve Parts, Each Associated with One of the Twelve Japanese Zodiac Animals. Also, a Division of One Hour Into Three Parts - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
浩 means "vast, greatly, to be proud."
To be Proud - To be arrogant.
Boastful - Showing excessive pride or self-satisfaction.
Grand - Impressive in size, scope, or extent.
Vast - Vastness represents limitless potential, expansive thinking, and boundless opportunity. May your child's potential be vast, their dreams unbounded by limitation.
Greatly - Greatness encompasses exceptional ability, noble character, and significant achievement. May your child achieve true greatness—not just in accomplishment, but in character.
To be Proud - The act of be proud represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be proud with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Boastful - Being boastful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be boastful, letting this quality guide their path.
Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.
時 means "time, hour, season."
Hour - A unit of time measurement.
Season - The four divisions of the year.
Era - A period in history.
Occasion - A Particular Moment; an opportunity.
Opportunity - A suitable time.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Hour - Hours measure the precious segments of each day, never to return once passed. May your child use their hours wisely, treasuring each precious segment of time.
Season - Seasons teach us about cycles, timing, and the wisdom of accepting change. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding purpose in each phase.
Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.
Occasion - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Opportunity - Opportunity - A suitable time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of opportunity throughout life.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
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Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
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On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
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あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
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“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
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Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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