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Japanese boy(male) nameKatsu
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:かつ
  • Katakanatip:カツ
  • English Syllablestip:ka-tsu (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ka-tsu (2)
  • English transcriptionstip:Katsu
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kacchan(かっちゃん)Click to speech かっちゃんTsuntsun( つんつん)Click to speech  つんつんKatsutan( かつたん)Click to speech  かつたん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 7 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 "Katsu," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "to overcome, well, to be good at."

Name ideas examples

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

  • To be Good at - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.

  • Well - Well - Sufficiently; fully - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of well throughout life.

- Katsu -

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means "win, excel, overcome."

Name ideas examples

  • Win - Winning represents achievement, triumph, and reaching goals. May your child win at what matters most in life.

  • Excel - Excelling represents achievement, standing out, and reaching one's potential. May your child excel in their chosen pursuits and reach their full potential.

  • Overcome - Overcome - To Prevail; to conquer - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of overcome throughout life.

  • All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.

  • Endure - Enduring represents perseverance, strength, and lasting through challenges. May your child endure difficulties with grace and emerge stronger.

  • Outperform - Outperform - To be better than others - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of outperform throughout life.

- Katsu -

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means "moreover, also, for now."

Name ideas examples

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

  • Also - Also - As well as - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of also throughout life.

  • For Now - For Now - Temporarily; for the time being - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of for now throughout life.

  • If - Conditions and possibilities open paths of potential. May your child see possibilities and prepare for various outcomes.

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

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means "victory, swift, shortcut."

Name ideas examples

  • Victory - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.

  • Swift - Swiftness represents quick response, agility, and efficiency in action. May your child act swiftly and decisively when needed, never missing important moments.

  • Shortcut - Brevity represents efficiency, focus, and making the most of limited time. May your child make every moment count, achieving much in little time.

  • Win - Winning represents achievement, triumph, and reaching goals. May your child win at what matters most in life.

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means "once, increase, layer."

Name ideas examples

  • Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.

  • Increase - Increasing represents growth, abundance, and positive development. May your child increase in wisdom, kindness, and prosperity.

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

  • Multiple Times - 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.

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

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means "to revive, to live, lively."

Name ideas examples

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

  • To Live - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.

  • Lively - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.

  • Flowing - Flowing represents movement, life force, and continuous progress. May your child flow through life with graceful momentum.

  • Resuscitation - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.

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means "good."

Name ideas examples

  • Good - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.

  • Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.

  • 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.

  • Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.

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

means "port, ferry crossing, fluid."

  • Port - A harbor for ships.

  • Ferry Crossing - A place to cross water.

  • Fluid - Body liquids like saliva.

  • Clue, Guide - A hint or indication that can be used to lead someone in the right direction.

  • Moisture - Water that seeps, gushes, overflows, or moistens something.

Name ideas examples

  • Port - Port - A harbor for ships - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of port throughout life.

  • Ferry Crossing - The ferry crossing represents transition, helpful passage, and guided journey. May your child be helped across life's waters.

  • Fluid - Fluid - Body liquids like saliva - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fluid throughout life.

  • Clue, Guide - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.

  • Moisture - Moisture represents subtle nourishment, gentle sustenance, and pervasive blessing. May your child receive pervasive blessings.

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