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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameHouju
Click to speech ほうじゅAdd to First Names FavoritesShare This PageCopy Houju

  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:ほうじゅ
  • Katakanatip:ホウジュ
  • English Syllablestip:hou-ju (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ho-u-ju (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Houju, Hōju
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Houjukun(ほうじゅくん)Click to speech ほうじゅくんHocchan(ほっちゃん)Click to speech ほっちゃんJujuchan(じゅじゅちゃん)Click to speech じゅじゅちゃん

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 nameHouju

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

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宝朱- Houju -

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means "treasure, to treasure."

  • Treasure - To treasure and cherish.

  • Important - Something important.

  • Show - To show respect for something related to the emperor, gods, or other people.

  • Valuable - Valuable and precious thing.

Name ideas examples

  • Treasure - Treasures represent what is most valuable, worth protecting and sharing with loved ones. May your child recognize life's true treasures and protect them with wisdom.

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

  • Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.

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

means "red, currency unit."

  • Red - Reddish; a yellowish-red color.

  • Currency Unit - A monetary unit in the edo period; one-sixteenth of a ryō. same as 銖.

Name ideas examples

  • Red - Red in Japan represents vitality, celebration, and protection from evil spirits. May your child be vibrant and protected, their life full of celebration and vitality.

  • Currency Unit - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.

宝樹- Houju -

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means "treasure, to treasure."

  • Treasure - To treasure and cherish.

  • Important - Something important.

  • Show - To show respect for something related to the emperor, gods, or other people.

  • Valuable - Valuable and precious thing.

Name ideas examples

  • Treasure - Treasures represent what is most valuable, worth protecting and sharing with loved ones. May your child recognize life's true treasures and protect them with wisdom.

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

  • Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.

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

means "tree, plant, establish."

Name ideas examples

  • Tree - The tree represents growth, shelter, and the connection between earth and sky. May your child grow tall and provide shelter.

  • Plant - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.

  • Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up firmly - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.

  • Stand - Standing represents firmness, conviction, and upright posture. May your child stand firm in their principles.

宝珠- Houju -

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means "treasure, to treasure."

  • Treasure - To treasure and cherish.

  • Important - Something important.

  • Show - To show respect for something related to the emperor, gods, or other people.

  • Valuable - Valuable and precious thing.

Name ideas examples

  • Treasure - Treasures represent what is most valuable, worth protecting and sharing with loved ones. May your child recognize life's true treasures and protect them with wisdom.

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

  • Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.

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

means "pearl, jewel, bead."

  • Pearl - A gem formed inside a shell.

  • Jewel - A precious stone.

  • Bead - A small spherical object.

Name ideas examples

  • Pearl - Pears symbolize longevity, good health, and the sweetness of a well-lived life. May your child enjoy pear's sweetness—a long, healthy life filled with natural goodness.

  • Jewel - Jewels represent rarity, preciousness, and beauty that has been refined under pressure. May your child be a jewel—rare, precious, and beautiful through life's refining pressures.

  • Bead - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

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