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Japanese boy(male) nameKatsuya
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:かつや
  • Katakanatip:カツヤ
  • English Syllablestip:ka-tsu-ya (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ka-tsu-ya (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Katsuya
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Katsukun(かつくん)Click to speech かつくんKatsuchan( かつちゃん)Click to speech  かつちゃんYacchan( やっちゃん)Click to speech  やっちゃん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 21 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 "Katsuya," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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克矢- Katsuya -

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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.

means "arrow, straight, to vow."

Name ideas examples

  • Arrow - Arrow - A projectile shot from a bow - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of arrow throughout life.

  • Straight - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and the shortest path to truth. May your child be straight and honest, taking the direct path of integrity.

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

  • To Line Up - Up represents growth, improvement, and the continuous journey toward betterment. May your child always strive upward, growing and improving throughout life.

  • Bestow - Bestowing represents generosity, blessing, and giving of gifts. May your child bestow blessings upon others throughout their life.

  • Feces - Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of feces throughout life.

克也- Katsuya -

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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.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

且弥- Katsuya -

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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.

means "universal, long time, to mend."

Name ideas examples

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

  • Long Time - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.

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

  • Extensively - Breadth represents inclusiveness, comprehensive view, and open-mindedness. May your child have a broad perspective and inclusive heart.

  • Finally - Finally - To come to an end or conclusion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of finally throughout life.

  • Increasingly - Increasingly - More and more; further - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of increasingly throughout life.

雄哉- Katsuya -

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means "male, superior, strong."

Name ideas examples

  • Male - The masculine represents strength, protection, and active energy. May your child embody vigorous strength of character.

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

  • Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.

  • Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.

means "question particle, exclamation, beginning."

Name ideas examples

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

  • First Time - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.

  • To Begin - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

勝彌- Katsuya -

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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.

means "long, more and more, widely."

  • Long - Extended in time.

  • More and More - Increasingly; progressively.

  • Widely - Spreading everywhere.

  • Mend - To mend, to patch up, to repair.

  • Pass - To pass through, to pass the time, to pass away.

  • Spread - To spread widely, to go around.

Name ideas examples

  • Long - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.

  • More and More - More And More - Increasingly; progressively - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of more and more throughout life.

  • Widely - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.

  • Mend - Mend - To mend, to patch up, to repair - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of mend throughout life.

  • Pass - Passing represents movement through, transition, and allowing flow. May your child pass through difficulties and emerge stronger.

  • Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.

カツヤ- Katsuya -

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Uses phonetic hiragana/katakana characters without inherent meaning.

加津也- Katsuya -

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means "add, join, apply."

  • Add - To Combine; to increase.

  • To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.

  • Join - To become part of.

  • Apply - To put into effect.

Name ideas examples

  • Add - Add - To Combine; to increase - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of add throughout life.

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

  • Join - Joining represents unity, partnership, and coming together. May your child join with others for good causes.

  • Apply - Apply - To put into effect - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of apply throughout life.

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.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

克哉- Katsuya -

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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.

means "question particle, exclamation, beginning."

Name ideas examples

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

  • First Time - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.

  • To Begin - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

勝也- Katsuya -

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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.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

健也- Katsuya -

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means "healthy, strong, skilled."

Name ideas examples

  • Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.

  • Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.

  • Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.

  • Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.

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

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

克弥- Katsuya -

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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.

means "universal, long time, to mend."

Name ideas examples

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

  • Long Time - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.

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

  • Extensively - Breadth represents inclusiveness, comprehensive view, and open-mindedness. May your child have a broad perspective and inclusive heart.

  • Finally - Finally - To come to an end or conclusion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of finally throughout life.

  • Increasingly - Increasingly - More and more; further - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of increasingly throughout life.

克耶- Katsuya -

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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.

means "question particle, father, transliteration."

Name ideas examples

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Father - Fathers represent protection, guidance, and the strength that supports the family. May your child honor fatherhood, whether as a strong protector or one who respects paternal wisdom.

  • Transliteration - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.

  • Evil - Understanding what is harmful teaches the value of what is good. May your child recognize and avoid what is harmful while pursuing good.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Rhetorical Device - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

  • Sanskrit - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.

功也- Katsuya -

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means "achievement, merit, success."

Name ideas examples

  • Achievement - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

  • Merit - Merit - A praiseworthy quality - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of merit throughout life.

  • Success - Success - A favorable outcome - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of success throughout life.

  • Effectiveness - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.

  • Work - Working represents effort, contribution, and meaningful labor. May your child work with purpose and find satisfaction in effort.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

勝哉- Katsuya -

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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.

means "question particle, exclamation, beginning."

Name ideas examples

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

  • First Time - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.

  • To Begin - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

勝弥- Katsuya -

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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.

means "universal, long time, to mend."

Name ideas examples

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

  • Long Time - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.

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

  • Extensively - Breadth represents inclusiveness, comprehensive view, and open-mindedness. May your child have a broad perspective and inclusive heart.

  • Finally - Finally - To come to an end or conclusion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of finally throughout life.

  • Increasingly - Increasingly - More and more; further - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of increasingly throughout life.

勝矢- Katsuya -

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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.

means "arrow, straight, to vow."

Name ideas examples

  • Arrow - Arrow - A projectile shot from a bow - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of arrow throughout life.

  • Straight - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and the shortest path to truth. May your child be straight and honest, taking the direct path of integrity.

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

  • To Line Up - Up represents growth, improvement, and the continuous journey toward betterment. May your child always strive upward, growing and improving throughout life.

  • Bestow - Bestowing represents generosity, blessing, and giving of gifts. May your child bestow blessings upon others throughout their life.

  • Feces - Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of feces throughout life.

勝耶- Katsuya -

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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.

means "question particle, father, transliteration."

Name ideas examples

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Father - Fathers represent protection, guidance, and the strength that supports the family. May your child honor fatherhood, whether as a strong protector or one who respects paternal wisdom.

  • Transliteration - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.

  • Evil - Understanding what is harmful teaches the value of what is good. May your child recognize and avoid what is harmful while pursuing good.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Rhetorical Device - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

  • Sanskrit - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.

桂也- Katsuya -

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means "cinnamon, moon tree, katsura."

  • Cinnamon - A general term for fragrant trees.

  • Moon Tree - A legendary tree growing on the moon; hence, the moon itself.

  • Katsura - A deciduous tree of the katsura family.

  • Knight - Abbreviation for the shogi piece "keima."

Name ideas examples

  • Cinnamon - Cinnamon represents warmth, spice, and valuable fragrance. May your child add warmth and spice to life.

  • Moon Tree - The moon symbolizes elegance, tranquility, and the beauty of impermanence in Japanese aesthetics. May your child possess the moon's gentle beauty, illuminating the darkness with quiet grace.

  • Katsura - The katsura represents elegant beauty and sweet fragrance in autumn. May your child possess elegant, sweet presence.

  • Knight - Knights combine martial skill with chivalry and service to others. May your child be a knight in spirit, brave and chivalrous.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

葛也- Katsuya -

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means "kudzu, arrowroot, tangle."

  • Arrowroot - A starchy plant used in cooking.

  • Tangle - To become intertwined or complicated.

  • Vine - A general term for a type of climbing vine.

Name ideas examples

  • Arrowroot - Arrowroot - A starchy plant used in cooking - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of arrowroot throughout life.

  • Tangle - Tangles represent complexity that can be unraveled with patience. May your child untangle life's complexities with patience and wisdom.

  • Vine - Vine - A general term for a type of climbing vine - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of vine throughout life.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

葛哉- Katsuya -

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means "kudzu, arrowroot, tangle."

  • Arrowroot - A starchy plant used in cooking.

  • Tangle - To become intertwined or complicated.

  • Vine - A general term for a type of climbing vine.

Name ideas examples

  • Arrowroot - Arrowroot - A starchy plant used in cooking - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of arrowroot throughout life.

  • Tangle - Tangles represent complexity that can be unraveled with patience. May your child untangle life's complexities with patience and wisdom.

  • Vine - Vine - A general term for a type of climbing vine - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of vine throughout life.

means "question particle, exclamation, beginning."

Name ideas examples

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.

  • Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

  • First Time - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.

  • To Begin - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

雄也- Katsuya -

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means "male, superior, strong."

Name ideas examples

  • Male - The masculine represents strength, protection, and active energy. May your child embody vigorous strength of character.

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

  • Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.

  • Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.

means "to be, question particle, exclamation."

  • To be - A classical copula meaning "is."

  • Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.

  • Question Particle - Expressing inquiry or emphasis.

  • Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.

  • Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.

  • Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.

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