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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex name Hotori
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:ほとり
  • Katakanatip:ホトリ
  • English transcriptionstip:Hotori
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Kanji Names & Meanings - 6 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 choices for "Hotori," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "bank, edge, shore."

Name ideas examples

  • Boundary - A boundary is a line that marks the limits of an area, it can symbolize the idea of a child being a bridge between two different worlds.

  • Path - A path can represent the journey of life and the idea of a child being a guide on that journey.

  • Water's Edge - The edge of a body of water can symbolize the idea of a child being a source of refreshment and renewal.

帆鳥- Hotori -

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means "sail."

  • Sail - A cloth used to catch the wind and propel a boat forward.

  • Raise The Sail - To hoist the sail and move the boat forward.

Name ideas examples

  • Adventurer - Someone who is willing to take risks and explore new places.

  • Courageous - Someone who is brave and has the strength to face challenges.

  • Determined - Someone who is focused and has the drive to achieve their goals.

means "bird."

  • Bird - A general term for animals of the avian species.

  • Freedom - Symbolizing the freedom of flight and the ability to soar above the world.

  • Intelligence - Symbolizing the intelligence of birds and their ability to navigate the skies.

  • Beauty - Symbolizing the beauty of birds and their colorful feathers.

Name ideas examples

  • Freedom - Symbolizing the freedom of the spirit and the ability to soar above life's challenges.

  • Joy - Symbolizing the joy of life and the beauty of nature.

  • Strength - Symbolizing the strength of character and the courage to face life's obstacles.

歩鳥- Hotori -

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means "walk, step, pace."

  • Walk, Walked - To move forward by taking steps.

  • Pace - The way of walking.

  • Measure - To measure the motion of celestial bodies.

  • Ratio - A comparison of two or more numbers or amounts.

  • Unit Of Length - A unit of measurement for length.

  • Unit Of Interest Rate - A unit of measurement for interest rate.

  • Unit Of Area - A unit of measurement for area.

  • Name Of A Shogi Piece - The name of a piece in the Japanese game of Shogi(将棋).

Name ideas examples

  • To Take Steps Forward - This is a positive and encouraging meaning for a baby, as it implies that the child will take steps forward in life and make progress.

  • To Measure - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be able to measure and understand the world around them.

  • Ratio - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be able to understand and calculate ratios.

  • Unit Of Length - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be able to understand and measure length.

  • Unit Of Interest Rate - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be able to understand and calculate interest rates.

  • Unit Of Area - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be able to understand and measure area.

  • Name Of A Chess Piece - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be able to understand and play chess."

means "bird."

  • Bird - A general term for animals of the avian species.

  • Freedom - Symbolizing the freedom of flight and the ability to soar above the world.

  • Intelligence - Symbolizing the intelligence of birds and their ability to navigate the skies.

  • Beauty - Symbolizing the beauty of birds and their colorful feathers.

Name ideas examples

  • Freedom - Symbolizing the freedom of the spirit and the ability to soar above life's challenges.

  • Joy - Symbolizing the joy of life and the beauty of nature.

  • Strength - Symbolizing the strength of character and the courage to face life's obstacles.

ほとり- Hotori -

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

穂都梨- Hotori -

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means "ear, head of grain."

  • Grain Stalk - The part of a grain stalk where the grain is attached.

  • Grain Like Shape - An object with a shape similar to a grain stalk.

Name ideas examples

  • Ear Of Grain - This is a symbolic representation of abundance and fertility, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a prosperous and fruitful life.

  • Harvest - This is a metaphor for the abundance of blessings that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a bountiful life.

  • Blessing - This is a representation of the joy and happiness that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a blessed life.

  • Hope - This is a representation of the optimism and faith that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a hopeful life.

  • Prosperity - This is a representation of the wealth and success that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a prosperous life.

means "city, capital."

  • Big Town - Refers to a large city, such as Tokyo, which is the capital of Japan.

  • Emperor's Palace - Refers to the palace of the Emperor of Japan.

  • To Rule - Refers to the act of governing or ruling over a group of people or a country.

  • Elegant - Refers to a graceful and refined manner or style.

  • Graceful And Beautiful - Refers to a graceful and beautiful appearance or manner.

  • To Gather - Refers to the act of coming together in a group or gathering.

  • To Collect - Refers to the act of gathering or collecting items.

  • Everything - Refers to all things or all people.

  • Everyone - Refers to all people or everyone.

Name ideas examples

  • Grand City - This kanji implies a sense of grandeur and majesty, and could be a great choice for a baby born in a large city.

  • Imperial Palace - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in a city with an imperial palace, as it implies a sense of royalty and power.

  • Tokyo - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in Tokyo, as it is the abbreviation of the city.

  • Govern - This kanji implies a sense of leadership and authority, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a position of power.

  • Elegant - This kanji implies a sense of grace and beauty, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a family of high social standing.

  • Gather - This kanji implies a sense of unity and togetherness, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.

  • All - This kanji implies a sense of completeness and universality, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.

means "pear."

  • Pear - A deciduous tree of the rose family.

Name ideas examples

  • Sweet - A pear is a sweet and juicy fruit, symbolizing the sweetness of a baby.

  • Nourishing - Pears are a nourishing and healthy fruit, symbolizing the nourishment and health of a baby.

  • Abundance - Pears are a symbol of abundance and prosperity, representing the abundance of blessings for a baby.

穂都里- Hotori -

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means "ear, head of grain."

  • Grain Stalk - The part of a grain stalk where the grain is attached.

  • Grain Like Shape - An object with a shape similar to a grain stalk.

Name ideas examples

  • Ear Of Grain - This is a symbolic representation of abundance and fertility, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a prosperous and fruitful life.

  • Harvest - This is a metaphor for the abundance of blessings that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a bountiful life.

  • Blessing - This is a representation of the joy and happiness that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a blessed life.

  • Hope - This is a representation of the optimism and faith that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a hopeful life.

  • Prosperity - This is a representation of the wealth and success that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a prosperous life.

means "city, capital."

  • Big Town - Refers to a large city, such as Tokyo, which is the capital of Japan.

  • Emperor's Palace - Refers to the palace of the Emperor of Japan.

  • To Rule - Refers to the act of governing or ruling over a group of people or a country.

  • Elegant - Refers to a graceful and refined manner or style.

  • Graceful And Beautiful - Refers to a graceful and beautiful appearance or manner.

  • To Gather - Refers to the act of coming together in a group or gathering.

  • To Collect - Refers to the act of gathering or collecting items.

  • Everything - Refers to all things or all people.

  • Everyone - Refers to all people or everyone.

Name ideas examples

  • Grand City - This kanji implies a sense of grandeur and majesty, and could be a great choice for a baby born in a large city.

  • Imperial Palace - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in a city with an imperial palace, as it implies a sense of royalty and power.

  • Tokyo - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in Tokyo, as it is the abbreviation of the city.

  • Govern - This kanji implies a sense of leadership and authority, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a position of power.

  • Elegant - This kanji implies a sense of grace and beauty, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a family of high social standing.

  • Gather - This kanji implies a sense of unity and togetherness, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.

  • All - This kanji implies a sense of completeness and universality, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.

means "village, hometown, birthplace."

Name ideas examples

  • Home - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a safe and secure place for the child to grow up in.

  • Village - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a close-knit community and a sense of belonging.

  • Countryside - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a peaceful and tranquil environment for the child to grow up in.

  • Mansion - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of wealth and prosperity.

  • Residence - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a comfortable and secure home.

  • Family - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a loving and supportive family.

  • Ancient Japanese Administrative Unit - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a strong and unified nation.

  • To Live - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a life full of joy and happiness.

  • Foster Home - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a caring and nurturing environment.

  • Unit Of Distance - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it symbolizes the idea of a journey of exploration and discovery.

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