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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameHoharu
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:ほはる
  • Katakanatip:ホハル
  • English Syllablestip:ho-ha-ru (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ho-ha-ru (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Hoharu
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Ho-chan(ほちゃん)Click to speech ほちゃんHarurun(はるるん)Click to speech はるるんHotchan(ほっちゃん)Click to speech ほっちゃん

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

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

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 "Hoharu," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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萌羽- Hoharu -

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means "sprout, bud, arise."

Name ideas examples

  • Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.

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

  • Bud - Bud - The first sign of growth - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bud throughout life.

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

  • People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.

means "feather, bird, ornament."

Name ideas examples

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

  • Counter for Birds - Birds symbolize freedom, aspiration, and the soul's journey between heaven and earth. May your child soar freely like a bird, carrying messages of hope between heaven and earth.

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

  • Help - Helping represents service, assistance, and making others' lives better. May your child help generously and receive help graciously.

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

  • Support - Supporting represents help, foundation, and being there for others. May your child support others and receive support when needed.

穗遙- Hoharu -

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means "ear of grain, spike."

Name ideas examples

  • Ear of Grain - The ear of grain symbolizes the harvest, abundance, and the fruits of patient cultivation. May your child reap abundant harvests from the seeds of effort they plant.

  • Spike - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

means "distant, long, wander."

Name ideas examples

  • Distant - Distance represents perspective, longing, and far-reaching vision. May your child see distant goals clearly and work toward them.

  • Long - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.

  • Wander - Wander represents a role or one who acts with purpose. May your child be a worthy wander when called to that role.

  • Far - Distance represents reach, vision, and the ability to connect across space. May your child's influence reach far, connecting with many across great distances.

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