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Japanese boy(male) nameKidou
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:きどう
  • Katakanatip:キドウ
  • English Syllablestip:ki-dou (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ki-do-u (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Kidou, Kidoh, Kidō, Kidō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kidokun(きどくん)Click to speech きどくんDouchan( どうちゃん)Click to speech  どうちゃんKitchan( きっちゃん)Click to speech  きっちゃん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 2 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 "Kidou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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嵐丸- Kidou -

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means "storm, tempest, mountain air."

  • Storm - A violent weather disturbance.

  • Tempest - A severe storm with strong winds.

  • Mountain Air - Fresh, clear mountain breeze.

Name ideas examples

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

  • Tempest - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.

  • Mountain Air - Mountain air represents freshness, clarity, and invigorating spirit. May your child breathe in life's freshness and clarity.

means "round, to round, entirely."

Name ideas examples

  • Round - Roundness represents wholeness, harmony, and the perfection of the complete circle. May your child's character be well-rounded, whole and harmonious.

  • To Round - Roundness represents wholeness, harmony, and the perfection of the complete circle. May your child's character be well-rounded, whole and harmonious.

  • Entirely - Entirely - Completely; wholly - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of entirely throughout life.

  • Ball - Ball - A bullet or pellet for guns or bows - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ball throughout life.

  • Suffix - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

輝道- Kidou -

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means "to shine."

  • To Shine - To emit or reflect light, to be bright and radiant.

  • Glow - To emit a steady, bright light.

  • Illuminate - To light up, to make something visible or clear.

  • Splendor - Magnificent and dazzling beauty.

Name ideas examples

  • To Shine - The act of shining represents sharing one's gifts and illuminating the path for others. May your child shine forth courageously, lighting the way for those who follow.

  • Glow - A gentle glow represents warmth, comfort, and the quiet radiance of inner peace. May your child glow with inner warmth, comforting all who come near their gentle light.

  • Illuminate - To illuminate means to bring understanding, clarity, and the light of wisdom. May your child illuminate minds and hearts, bringing clarity where confusion reigns.

  • Splendor - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the full expression of one's potential. May your child achieve splendor in all things, manifesting their full magnificent potential.

means "road, way, principle."

Name ideas examples

  • Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.

  • Way - Way - A Method; a means - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of way throughout life.

  • Principle - Principle - A fundamental truth; ethics - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of principle throughout life.

  • Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

  • Art - Art - A discipline requiring mastery - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of art throughout life.

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

  • Speak, Say - Speaking represents expression, communication, and the power of words. May your child speak wisely, using words to heal, inspire, and connect.

  • Technique, Skill - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Taoism - Taoism - Teachings of Lao Tzu and Chuang Tzu - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of taoism throughout life.

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