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Kokotan(ここたん)Korochan( ころちゃん)
Kocchan( こっちゃん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. See the girls' version here.
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 "Kokoro," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
心 means "heart, mind, spirit."
Heart - An organ that circulates blood.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
優 means "gentleness, kindness, superiority."
Outstanding - Superior to others.
Kind - Refined and beautiful.
Harmonious - Peaceful and harmonious.
Abundant - Relaxed and with plenty of room.
Skilled - A performer or entertainer.
Highest - The highest ranking in evaluations such as performance.
Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and superiority.
Kind - This kanji that conveys gentleness and beauty.
Harmonious - This kanji that conveys peace and harmony.
Abundant - This kanji that conveys abundance and plenty.
想 means "thought, idea, concept."
Think - To think or ponder in one's mind.
Consider - To contemplate or reflect upon.
Contemplate - To think deeply or carefully about something.
Thoughtful - Showing consideration and care for others.
Intuitive - Having the ability to understand or know something without conscious reasoning.
Insightful - Having or showing an ability to understand and think deeply about a situation.
心 means "heart, mind, spirit."
Heart - An organ that circulates blood.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
呂 means "bath, spine, road."
Musical Pitch - Refers to the current octave divided into twelve parts, called "Twelve Tones(12律)", and the six-step lower tones are called "六呂", and the six-step upper tones are called "六律".
Country Name - Refers to the name of the country in the Zhou Dynasty.
Backbone - Refers to the spine.
Music Tone - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it is associated with the idea of harmony and balance. It also has a positive connotation, as it is associated with the idea of creating beautiful music.
Country Name - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it is associated with the idea of a strong and powerful nation. It also has a positive connotation, as it is associated with the idea of a prosperous and successful nation.
Copper Lump - This is not a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it is associated with the idea of a heavy and unappealing metal. It also has a negative connotation, as it is associated with the idea of a dull and unappealing material.
Spine - This is a suitable meaning for naming a baby because it is associated with the idea of strength and stability. It also has a positive connotation, as it is associated with the idea of a strong and healthy body.
心 means "heart, mind, spirit."
Heart - An organ that circulates blood.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
路 means "road, path, route."
Travel - To go on a journey.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Path - A way or route for people or vehicles to travel.
Way - A method or manner of doing something.
Logic - A system of reasoning.
Method - A way of doing something, especially a systematic way, implies an orderly logical arrangement.
Important - Of great significance or value.
Big - Of considerable size, extent, or intensity.
Journey - A long and often difficult process of personal transformation and development.
Appear - To come into view or become visible.
Express - To make known one's thoughts or feelings in words.
Imperial - Of or relating to an emperor or empress.
Administrative - Of or relating to the organization and management of a business or other organization.
志 means "aspiration, ambition, goal."
Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Record - To remember or recall.
Document - To record or document.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Ambition - It conveys the idea of having a strong desire to achieve something. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to strive for their goals and to never give up.
Determination - It conveys the idea of having a strong will and dedication to reach a certain goal. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to stay focused and never give up.
Memory - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to remember things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always remember the important things in life.
Record - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to record and document things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always document their experiences and achievements.
Writing - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to write and express oneself. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always express their thoughts and feelings.
路 means "road, path, route."
Travel - To go on a journey.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Path - A way or route for people or vehicles to travel.
Way - A method or manner of doing something.
Logic - A system of reasoning.
Method - A way of doing something, especially a systematic way, implies an orderly logical arrangement.
Important - Of great significance or value.
Big - Of considerable size, extent, or intensity.
Journey - A long and often difficult process of personal transformation and development.
Appear - To come into view or become visible.
Express - To make known one's thoughts or feelings in words.
Imperial - Of or relating to an emperor or empress.
Administrative - Of or relating to the organization and management of a business or other organization.
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