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Japanese boy(male) nameKatsunao
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:かつなお
  • Katakanatip:カツナオ
  • English Syllablestip:ka-tsu-na-o (4)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ka-tsu-na-o (4)
  • English transcriptionstip:Katsunao
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Katsuchan(かつちゃん)Click to speech かつちゃんNaochan( なおちゃん)Click to speech  なおちゃんKatsukun( かつくん)Click to speech  かつくん

Kanji Names & Meanings - 10 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 "Katsunao," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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克尚- Katsunao -

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means "overcome, subdue, conquer."

  • To Win - To overcome a difficult situation or to win a competition.

  • Well - To be sufficient or enough.

  • To Improve - To have the ability to do something well.

Name ideas examples

  • Win - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys the idea of success and victory. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to strive for success and to never give up.

  • Overcome - This is a powerful meaning that conveys the idea of perseverance and resilience. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to face any challenge and to never give up.

  • Excel - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys the idea of excellence and achievement. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to strive for excellence and to never give up.

means "still, yet, further, more."

  • Furthermore - Read as "nao", expressing continuation, addition, or building upon something.

  • Still - Read as "nao", expressing persistence, unchanged state, or enduring qualities.

  • Wishing - Read as "koinegawakuwa", expressing desire, hope, or aspiration for something better.

  • Respect - Honoring and revering others with admiration.

  • Elevate - To make higher, raise up, or improve something.

  • Desire - To wish for or long for something meaningful.

Name ideas examples

  • Furthermore - This represents a baby who will always strive for more, continuously growing and improving throughout life.

  • Still - This symbolizes a baby who will maintain their core values and authentic self despite life's changes.

  • Wishing - This expresses the hopes and dreams that parents have for their child's bright future.

  • Respect - This represents a baby who will grow to honor others and be honored in return.

  • Elevate - This symbolizes a baby who will lift up others and be lifted up by their achievements.

  • Desire - This represents a baby who will pursue meaningful goals and inspire others to do the same.

克猶- Katsunao -

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means "overcome, subdue, conquer."

  • To Win - To overcome a difficult situation or to win a competition.

  • Well - To be sufficient or enough.

  • To Improve - To have the ability to do something well.

Name ideas examples

  • Win - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys the idea of success and victory. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to strive for success and to never give up.

  • Overcome - This is a powerful meaning that conveys the idea of perseverance and resilience. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to face any challenge and to never give up.

  • Excel - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys the idea of excellence and achievement. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to strive for excellence and to never give up.

means "still, yet, furthermore."

  • Take - To take one's time, to be relaxed and unhurried.

  • Hesitate - To hesitate, to be hesitant and uncertain.

  • Just Like - To read as "nao...gotoshi" and to mean "just like... "

Name ideas examples

  • Calm And Relaxed - This is a great name for a baby who is peaceful and relaxed. It conveys a sense of tranquility and serenity.

  • Hesitant - This is a great name for a baby who is hesitant or unsure. It conveys a sense of caution and deliberation.

克直- Katsunao -

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means "overcome, subdue, conquer."

  • To Win - To overcome a difficult situation or to win a competition.

  • Well - To be sufficient or enough.

  • To Improve - To have the ability to do something well.

Name ideas examples

  • Win - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys the idea of success and victory. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to strive for success and to never give up.

  • Overcome - This is a powerful meaning that conveys the idea of perseverance and resilience. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to face any challenge and to never give up.

  • Excel - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys the idea of excellence and achievement. It is a great choice for a baby name as it encourages the child to strive for excellence and to never give up.

means "straight, direct, honest."

  • Straight - Not bent or curved

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Fix - To make something right or correct.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Hit - To come into contact with something.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

Name ideas examples

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

勝尚- Katsunao -

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means "victory, win."

  • Win - To be victorious over an opponent.

  • Outperform - To be better than others.

  • Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.

  • All - Everything without exception.

Name ideas examples

means "still, yet, further, more."

  • Furthermore - Read as "nao", expressing continuation, addition, or building upon something.

  • Still - Read as "nao", expressing persistence, unchanged state, or enduring qualities.

  • Wishing - Read as "koinegawakuwa", expressing desire, hope, or aspiration for something better.

  • Respect - Honoring and revering others with admiration.

  • Elevate - To make higher, raise up, or improve something.

  • Desire - To wish for or long for something meaningful.

Name ideas examples

  • Furthermore - This represents a baby who will always strive for more, continuously growing and improving throughout life.

  • Still - This symbolizes a baby who will maintain their core values and authentic self despite life's changes.

  • Wishing - This expresses the hopes and dreams that parents have for their child's bright future.

  • Respect - This represents a baby who will grow to honor others and be honored in return.

  • Elevate - This symbolizes a baby who will lift up others and be lifted up by their achievements.

  • Desire - This represents a baby who will pursue meaningful goals and inspire others to do the same.

勝猶- Katsunao -

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means "victory, win."

  • Win - To be victorious over an opponent.

  • Outperform - To be better than others.

  • Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.

  • All - Everything without exception.

Name ideas examples

means "still, yet, furthermore."

  • Take - To take one's time, to be relaxed and unhurried.

  • Hesitate - To hesitate, to be hesitant and uncertain.

  • Just Like - To read as "nao...gotoshi" and to mean "just like... "

Name ideas examples

  • Calm And Relaxed - This is a great name for a baby who is peaceful and relaxed. It conveys a sense of tranquility and serenity.

  • Hesitant - This is a great name for a baby who is hesitant or unsure. It conveys a sense of caution and deliberation.

勝直- Katsunao -

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means "victory, win."

  • Win - To be victorious over an opponent.

  • Outperform - To be better than others.

  • Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.

  • All - Everything without exception.

Name ideas examples

means "straight, direct, honest."

  • Straight - Not bent or curved

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Fix - To make something right or correct.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Hit - To come into contact with something.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

Name ideas examples

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

活尚- Katsunao -

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means "activity, liveliness, energy."

  • To Revive Or Bring Back To Life - This refers to the act of restoring life to someone who has lost consciousness or is near death.

  • To Be Alive And Vibrant - This refers to having a strong energy and enthusiasm for life.

  • To Be In A State Of Flow - This refers to the movement of water with great force and momentum.

  • To Revive Or Energize - This refers to the act of restoring energy and motivation to someone who is feeling down or has lost their enthusiasm.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - This is a positive and uplifting name that conveys the idea of life and vitality. It is a reminder that life is precious and should be cherished.

  • Resilience - This kanji conveys the idea of strength and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a reminder that no matter how difficult life may be, we can always find the strength to keep going.

  • Renewal - This kanji conveys the idea of rebirth and renewal. It is a reminder that no matter how dark the times may be, there is always hope for a brighter future.

  • Vitality - This kanji conveys the idea of energy and enthusiasm. It is a reminder that life is full of possibilities and that we should strive to make the most of them.

  • Courage - This kanji conveys the idea of bravery and courage. It is a reminder that no matter how difficult the situation may be, we can always find the strength to face it.

means "still, yet, further, more."

  • Furthermore - Read as "nao", expressing continuation, addition, or building upon something.

  • Still - Read as "nao", expressing persistence, unchanged state, or enduring qualities.

  • Wishing - Read as "koinegawakuwa", expressing desire, hope, or aspiration for something better.

  • Respect - Honoring and revering others with admiration.

  • Elevate - To make higher, raise up, or improve something.

  • Desire - To wish for or long for something meaningful.

Name ideas examples

  • Furthermore - This represents a baby who will always strive for more, continuously growing and improving throughout life.

  • Still - This symbolizes a baby who will maintain their core values and authentic self despite life's changes.

  • Wishing - This expresses the hopes and dreams that parents have for their child's bright future.

  • Respect - This represents a baby who will grow to honor others and be honored in return.

  • Elevate - This symbolizes a baby who will lift up others and be lifted up by their achievements.

  • Desire - This represents a baby who will pursue meaningful goals and inspire others to do the same.

活猶- Katsunao -

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means "activity, liveliness, energy."

  • To Revive Or Bring Back To Life - This refers to the act of restoring life to someone who has lost consciousness or is near death.

  • To Be Alive And Vibrant - This refers to having a strong energy and enthusiasm for life.

  • To Be In A State Of Flow - This refers to the movement of water with great force and momentum.

  • To Revive Or Energize - This refers to the act of restoring energy and motivation to someone who is feeling down or has lost their enthusiasm.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - This is a positive and uplifting name that conveys the idea of life and vitality. It is a reminder that life is precious and should be cherished.

  • Resilience - This kanji conveys the idea of strength and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a reminder that no matter how difficult life may be, we can always find the strength to keep going.

  • Renewal - This kanji conveys the idea of rebirth and renewal. It is a reminder that no matter how dark the times may be, there is always hope for a brighter future.

  • Vitality - This kanji conveys the idea of energy and enthusiasm. It is a reminder that life is full of possibilities and that we should strive to make the most of them.

  • Courage - This kanji conveys the idea of bravery and courage. It is a reminder that no matter how difficult the situation may be, we can always find the strength to face it.

means "still, yet, furthermore."

  • Take - To take one's time, to be relaxed and unhurried.

  • Hesitate - To hesitate, to be hesitant and uncertain.

  • Just Like - To read as "nao...gotoshi" and to mean "just like... "

Name ideas examples

  • Calm And Relaxed - This is a great name for a baby who is peaceful and relaxed. It conveys a sense of tranquility and serenity.

  • Hesitant - This is a great name for a baby who is hesitant or unsure. It conveys a sense of caution and deliberation.

活直- Katsunao -

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means "activity, liveliness, energy."

  • To Revive Or Bring Back To Life - This refers to the act of restoring life to someone who has lost consciousness or is near death.

  • To Be Alive And Vibrant - This refers to having a strong energy and enthusiasm for life.

  • To Be In A State Of Flow - This refers to the movement of water with great force and momentum.

  • To Revive Or Energize - This refers to the act of restoring energy and motivation to someone who is feeling down or has lost their enthusiasm.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - This is a positive and uplifting name that conveys the idea of life and vitality. It is a reminder that life is precious and should be cherished.

  • Resilience - This kanji conveys the idea of strength and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a reminder that no matter how difficult life may be, we can always find the strength to keep going.

  • Renewal - This kanji conveys the idea of rebirth and renewal. It is a reminder that no matter how dark the times may be, there is always hope for a brighter future.

  • Vitality - This kanji conveys the idea of energy and enthusiasm. It is a reminder that life is full of possibilities and that we should strive to make the most of them.

  • Courage - This kanji conveys the idea of bravery and courage. It is a reminder that no matter how difficult the situation may be, we can always find the strength to face it.

means "straight, direct, honest."

  • Straight - Not bent or curved

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Fix - To make something right or correct.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Hit - To come into contact with something.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

Name ideas examples

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

褐直- Katsunao -

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means "brown, dark, tan."

  • Clothing - Clothing made of coarse fabric, typically worn by people of low social status.

  • Dark - A dark brown or blackish-brown color.

  • Dark - A dark yellowish-brown color.

  • Blackish Brown - A blackish-brown color.

Name ideas examples

  • Dark Brown - This color is associated with strength, stability, and reliability, making it a great choice for a baby's name.

  • Poor - This kanji could be used to represent the struggles and hardships that a person may face in life, and to remind them to stay strong and persevere.

  • Coarse Cloth - This kanji could be used to represent the idea of being humble and not taking anything for granted.

  • Low Status - This kanji could be used to represent the idea of not letting one's status define them, and to strive for greatness regardless of their circumstances.

  • Burnt Umber - This kanji could be used to represent the idea of being resilient and not giving up in the face of adversity.

means "straight, direct, honest."

  • Straight - Not bent or curved

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Fix - To make something right or correct.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Hit - To come into contact with something.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

Name ideas examples

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

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