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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameKiou
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:きおう
  • Katakanatip:キオウ
  • English transcriptionstip:Kiou, Kiō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kiochan(きおちゃん)Click to speech きおちゃんKikun(きーくん)Click to speech きーくんOuchan(おうちゃん)Click to speech おうちゃん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Kiou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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姫王- Kiou -

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姫 means "princess, noblewoman."

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  • Princess - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of nobility and grace.

  • Lady - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication.

  • Darling - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of love and affection.

  • Sweetheart - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of tenderness and endearment.

  • Angel - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of innocence and purity.

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王 means "king, monarch."

  • Emperor, Monarch - A ruler of a country who governs with virtue.

  • Title Of Respect - A title of respect for one's grandparents or for someone of higher status.

  • To Become A King - To become a king or to reign over a country.

  • Male Of Imperial Lineage - A title for a male of imperial lineage up to five generations removed.

Name ideas examples

  • Emperor, Monarch - This kanji that conveys the idea of a ruler of a country who governs with virtue.

  • Title Of Respect - This kanji that conveys respect for one's grandparents or for someone of higher status.

  • To Become A King - This kanji that conveys the idea of becoming a king or reigning over a country.

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暉桜- Kiou -

Flower
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暉 means "radiance, shine, brilliance."

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

  • Glitter - To sparkle or shine brightly.

  • Radiance - A bright, glowing light or aura.

  • Light - A source of illumination, or the visible part of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Name ideas examples

  • Shine - To bring brightness and joy to the world.

  • Glitter - To bring sparkle and joy to the world.

  • Radiance - To bring a bright and glowing light to the world.

  • Light - To bring illumination and hope to the world.

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桜 means "cherry blossom."

  • Sakura - Cherry Blossom. A deciduous tree of the rose family.

  • Prunus Tomentosa - A deciduous shrub of the rose family.

Name ideas examples

  • Cherry Blossom - This is a very popular name for Japanese babies, as the cherry blossom is a symbol of beauty and renewal in Japan. It is also a symbol of the fleeting nature of life, which is a reminder to cherish each moment.

  • Beauty - The kanji for sakura (桜) can also be interpreted as “beauty”, making it a great name for a baby. It is a reminder to the parents and the child that beauty is something to be cherished and appreciated.

  • Renewal - The cherry blossom is a symbol of renewal and new beginnings, making it a great name for a baby. It is a reminder to the parents and the child that life is constantly changing and that each moment is a chance to start anew.

  • Strength - The kanji for sakura (桜) can also be interpreted as “strength”, making it a great name for a baby. It is a reminder to the parents and the child that strength is something to be cultivated and appreciated.

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稀櫻- Kiou -

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稀 means "rare, unusual, uncommon."

  • Rare - Not common or occurring often

  • Faint - Very weak or slight

  • Sparse - Not dense or thick

  • Thin - Having little substance or strength

  • Dilute - Make (a liquid) thinner or weaker by adding water or another solvent.

Name ideas examples

  • Unique - Being the only one of its kind, unlike anything else.

  • Precious - Of great value, cherished.

  • Special - Better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual.

  • Delicate - Fragile, easily damaged or destroyed.

  • Refined - Having a delicate or subtle quality.

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櫻 means "cherry blossom, cherry tree."

  • Sakura - A deciduous, small, tall tree of the rose family.

  • Ume - A deciduous, low shrub of the rose family.

Name ideas examples

  • Sakura - A beautiful name for a baby, as it symbolizes the beauty of a cherry blossom tree.

  • Ume - This kanji that symbolizes the beauty of a plum tree, and is also associated with strength and resilience.

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