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Japanese boy(male) nameKodou
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:こどう
  • Katakanatip:コドウ
  • English Syllablestip:ko-dou (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ko-do-u (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Kodou, Kodo, Kodoh, Kodō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kocchan(こっちゃん)Click to speech こっちゃんDouchan( どうちゃん)Click to speech  どうちゃんUdonchan( うどんちゃん)Click to speech  うどんちゃん

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

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 "Kodou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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鼓動- Kodou -

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means "drum, to beat, to rouse."

Name ideas examples

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

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

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

  • Inspire - Inspire - To motivate or encourage - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of inspire throughout life.

  • Strike - Striking represents decisive action, the courage to act when needed. May your child strike with purpose when action is required.

means "move, motion, touch."

Name ideas examples

  • Move - Moving represents action, change, and progress. May your child move purposefully toward their goals.

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

  • Touch - Touch - To move emotionally; to affect - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of touch throughout life.

  • Resonate - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.

  • Stir - Stir - To cause an emotion or feeling to be aroused - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of stir throughout life.

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

鼓堂- Kodou -

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means "drum, to beat, to rouse."

Name ideas examples

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

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

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

  • Inspire - Inspire - To motivate or encourage - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of inspire throughout life.

  • Strike - Striking represents decisive action, the courage to act when needed. May your child strike with purpose when action is required.

means "hall, magnificent, dignified."

Name ideas examples

  • Hall - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.

  • Magnificent - Magnificent - Grand; imposing - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of magnificent throughout life.

  • Dignified - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

  • Family - Family - Father's side of the family - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of family throughout life.

  • Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.

鼓道- Kodou -

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means "drum, to beat, to rouse."

Name ideas examples

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

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

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

  • Inspire - Inspire - To motivate or encourage - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of inspire throughout life.

  • Strike - Striking represents decisive action, the courage to act when needed. May your child strike with purpose when action is required.

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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