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Japanese girl(female) nameHouko
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:ほうこ
  • Katakanatip:ホウコ
  • English transcriptionstip:Houko, Hōko
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Houchan(ほうちゃん)Click to speech ほうちゃんHoko( ここ)Click to speech  ここHo-chan( ほうちゃん)Click to speech  ほうちゃん

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

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奉子- Houko -

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means "serve, offer, present."

  • To Offer, Present, Give - To give something or an order to someone of higher status.

  • To Serve, Obey - To show respect and obedience to someone in response to their actions.

Name ideas examples

  • Respect - To show respect and admiration for someone or something.

  • Obedience - To follow the orders or instructions of someone in authority.

  • Devotion - To be devoted and loyal to someone or something.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

宝子- Houko -

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means "treasure, wealth, precious thing."

  • Valuable - Valuable and precious thing.

  • Important - Something important.

  • Treasure - To treasure and cherish.

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

Name ideas examples

  • Valuable - This kanji that conveys the idea that the baby is a valuable and precious gift.

  • Important - This kanji that conveys the idea that the baby is important and should be cherished.

  • Respect - This kanji that conveys the idea of showing respect for the baby and all those around them.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

方子- Houko -

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means "direction, way, side."

Name ideas examples

  • Direction - A word that conveys the idea of a path or direction in life.

  • Square - A word that conveys the idea of strength, stability, and balance.

  • Honest - A word that conveys the idea of being truthful and trustworthy.

  • Respect - A word that conveys the idea of showing respect and admiration for others.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

法子- Houko -

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means "law."

  • Follow, Obey, Adhere To (a rule, law, or teaching) - This could refer to following the teachings of Buddhism or following a set of laws or regulations.

  • Model, Example, Pattern - This could refer to using something as a model or example to follow.

  • Division, Fraction - This could refer to dividing something into fractions or parts.

  • Technique, Method, Way - This could refer to a specific technique or method of doing something.

Name ideas examples

  • Follow - This could be used to signify a baby who will follow the teachings of their parents or a set of values.

  • Model - This could be used to signify a baby who will be a model for others to follow.

  • Division - This could be used to signify a baby who will bring people together and divide them in a positive way.

  • Technique - This could be used to signify a baby who will be skilled in a particular technique or method.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

紡子- Houko -

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means "spin, spin yarn."

  • To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.

  • Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun.

Name ideas examples

  • Spinner - One who spins threads from fibers to create yarn.

  • Weaver - One who weaves fabric from yarn.

  • Tireless - One who is full of energy and never tires.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

芳子- Houko -

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means "fragrant, aromatic."

  • Fragrant - Having a pleasant smell, usually referring to flowers.

  • Well Regarded - Having a good reputation or high esteem.

  • Talented - Having a natural ability or skill.

  • Wise - Having or showing good judgment or knowledge.

  • An honorific title for things related to other people.

Name ideas examples

  • Fragrant - Having a pleasant smell, often associated with flowers.

  • Talented - Having great skill or ability.

  • Wise - Having or showing good judgment or sound understanding.

  • Respected - Held in high esteem or honor.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

萌子- Houko -

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means "sprout, bud, to sprout, to bud."

Name ideas examples

  • Sprout - To begin to grow and develop, like a seedling sprouting from the ground.

  • Signify - To represent something, or to be a sign of something.

  • People - To represent the idea of being part of a larger community.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

萠子- Houko -

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means "sprout, bud, shoot."

Name ideas examples

  • Sprout - To begin to grow or develop, often in a small or unexpected way.

  • Beginnings - The start of something, the first stage of a process.

  • Attachment - A strong feeling of affection or devotion to someone or something.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

蓬子- Houko -

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means "mugwort, wormwood."

  • Weed - A wild plant that grows in an uncontrolled manner.

  • Moxa - A medicinal herb used in traditional Chinese medicine.

  • Willow - A type of tree with long, slender branches.

  • Disarra - A state of disorder or chaos.

  • Crowded - A large number of people or things in close proximity.

Name ideas examples

  • Disheveled - This describes a state of being untidy or disorganized, which could be a fitting name for a baby who is always in a state of disarray.

  • Tangled - This describes a state of being tangled or knotted, which could be a fitting name for a baby who is always getting into a mess.

  • Clustered - This describes a state of being grouped together, which could be a fitting name for a baby who is always surrounded by friends and family.

  • Willowy - This describes a state of being slender and graceful, which could be a fitting name for a baby who is always graceful and elegant.

  • Mochi - This describes a type of Japanese rice cake, which could be a fitting name for a baby who is always sweet and delicious.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

豊子- Houko -

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means "abundance, plenty, bountiful."

Name ideas examples

  • Abundant - Symbolizing abundance and prosperity.

  • Big - Symbolizing greatness and strength.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

邦子- Houko -

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means "country, home country, native land."

  • Country - A large nation or state.

  • Nation - A sovereign state or political entity.

  • Capital - The seat of government of a country or state.

  • Realm - A region or domain over which a sovereign rules.

  • Enfeoff - To grant land or other property to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service.

  • Japan - The country of Japan.

Name ideas examples

  • Country - It symbolizes a sense of belonging and connection to a nation or homeland.

  • Great Country - It conveys a sense of pride and strength in one's nation or homeland.

  • Capital - It symbolizes a connection to the center of power and influence in a nation or homeland.

  • The World - It conveys a sense of global citizenship and responsibility.

  • To Seal - It conveys a sense of protection and security.

  • Japan's Country - It conveys a sense of pride and connection to the nation of Japan.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

鳳子- Houko -

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means "phoenix, fenghuang."

  • Phoenix - A legendary bird that is said to appear during auspicious occasions. The male is referred to as "鳳" and the female as "凰".

  • Used in relation to the emperor or imperial court.

Name ideas examples

  • Phoenix - A mythical bird that is said to appear during auspicious times. It is a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

  • Imperial - Used to describe things related to the emperor, conveying a sense of grandeur and power.

  • Blessing - Symbolizing the hope for a blessed and prosperous life for the baby.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

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