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Kokochan(ここちゃん)
Sacchan(さっちゃん)
Tocchan(とっちゃん)![]()
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls.
See the boys' version here.
This name is also used as a surname:
Kosato
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 "Kosato," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
瑚 means "ritual vessel, coral."
Coral - The calcareous remains of coral organisms in the sea, used for decoration.
Ritual Vessel - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Coral - Being coral represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be coral, letting this quality guide their path.
岬 means "cape, promontory, headland."
Cape - A point of land extending into water.
Headland - A narrow piece of land jutting into the sea.
Gap - A low area between two mountains.
Cape - The cape represents venturing forth, bold presence, and standing at edges. May your child boldly explore frontiers.
Headland - Head represents leadership, thought, and the directing principle of action. May your child lead with wisdom, their head guiding good decisions.
Gap - Gaps represent opportunity, space for growth, and potential to fill. May your child see gaps as opportunities to contribute.
小 means "small, trivial, young person."
Small - Little in Size; small in degree; few in number or quantity.
Trivial - Insignificant; of little importance.
Prefix - A prefix meaning "small" or "slight," or used to adjust the tone of words.
Small - Smallness carries humility, attention to detail, and the appreciation of subtlety. May your child notice and appreciate small blessings others might overlook.
Trivial - Being trivial represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be trivial, letting this quality guide their path.
Young Person - Young people carry the hopes and energy of the future. May your child embrace the possibilities of youth and grow wisely.
Humble Term - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Prefix - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.
里 means "village, residence, birthplace."
Birthplace - The native home of a wife or servant.
Administrative Unit - An ancient Japanese district division.
Mansion - A large house or building.
Village - Villages represent community, belonging, and the shared life of neighbors. May your child know the warmth of village belonging, rooted in community.
Residence - Residence - A Dwelling; a home - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of residence throughout life.
Birthplace - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.
Administrative Unit - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.
Distance Unit - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Foster Home - Home (家) represents family, security, and the foundation from which we venture forth. May your child always have a home—a place of family, security, and love.
Mansion - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.
To Dwell - The act of dwell represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child dwell with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
心 means "heart, mind, core."
Mind - The seat of thought and feeling.
Core - The central part.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Spirit - The inner essence.
Heart - Heart (心) in Japanese represents both the physical heart and the mind/spirit. May your child's heart be pure and their mind clear, unified in purpose.
Mind - Mind represents thought, reason, and the faculty of understanding. May your child's mind be sharp, reasoning clearly and understanding deeply.
Core - The core represents essence, center, and fundamental truth. May your child stay true to their core values.
Center - The center represents balance, stability, and being at the heart of things. May your child find their center, balanced and stable at the heart of their world.
Feelings - Feeling represents emotional intelligence, empathy, and human connection. May your child feel deeply, connecting with others through empathy.
Spirit - Spirit represents the immortal essence, energy, and the divine spark within. May your child's spirit burn brightly, their divine spark illuminating the world.
惺 means "awaken, tranquil, enlighten."
Enlighten - To gain insight and clarity.
Clearly - To be easily seen or understood, obvious.
Quiet - Making no noise or sound, silent.
Understand - To comprehend and grasp the meaning of something.
Awaken - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
Tranquil - Peace represents harmony, serenity, and inner stillness. May your child know inner peace and bring peace to others.
Enlighten - Enlighten - To gain insight and clarity - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of enlighten throughout life.
Clearly - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Quiet - Quietness represents peace, contemplation, and the still space where wisdom grows. May your child find quiet within, where peace and wisdom can flourish.
Understand - Understanding represents wisdom, empathy, and deep comprehension. May your child understand others deeply and be understood in return.
琥 means "amber, tiger tally."
Amber - Amber represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the amber's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Tiger Tally - Tiger Tally - A tiger-shaped token of authority - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of tiger tally throughout life.
惺 means "awaken, tranquil, enlighten."
Enlighten - To gain insight and clarity.
Clearly - To be easily seen or understood, obvious.
Quiet - Making no noise or sound, silent.
Understand - To comprehend and grasp the meaning of something.
Awaken - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
Tranquil - Peace represents harmony, serenity, and inner stillness. May your child know inner peace and bring peace to others.
Enlighten - Enlighten - To gain insight and clarity - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of enlighten throughout life.
Clearly - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Quiet - Quietness represents peace, contemplation, and the still space where wisdom grows. May your child find quiet within, where peace and wisdom can flourish.
Understand - Understanding represents wisdom, empathy, and deep comprehension. May your child understand others deeply and be understood in return.
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