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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameKotoba
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:ことば
  • Katakanatip:コトバ
  • English transcriptionstip:Kotoba
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kotochan(ことちゃん)Click to speech ことちゃんKocchan(こっちゃん)Click to speech こっちゃんTobachan(とばちゃん)Click to speech とばちゃん

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

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

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言葉- Kotoba -

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means "word, language, to say."

  • To Speak - To express one's thoughts and feelings through words.

  • Words - A unit of language that carries meaning and conveys information.

  • Self - A word used to refer to oneself.

  • Here - A word used to give emphasis or to adjust the tone of a sentence.

Name ideas examples

  • Speak - To encourage the baby to express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings.

  • Words - To remind the baby of the power of language and the importance of using words wisely.

  • Self - To remind the baby to be confident and proud of who they are.

  • Here - To remind the baby to be present and mindful in the moment.

means "leaf, blade of a plant."

  • Leaf - A thin and flat object, like a leaf of a plant or tree.

  • Sheet - A piece of paper or other material.

  • Parting - The end of something.

  • Era - A period of time.

Name ideas examples

  • Leaf - Symbolizing growth, renewal, and freshness.

  • Sheet - Representing a new beginning and a clean slate.

  • Parting - Signifying a new journey and a fresh start.

  • Era - Representing a new era of life.

香都葉- Kotoba -

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means "fragrance, aroma, scent."

Name ideas examples

  • Fragrance, Scent, Aroma - This kanji that evokes a pleasant smell, such as a flower or a spice.

  • Appealing - This kanji that suggests something attractive, such as a beautiful flower or a melodious sound.

means "city, capital."

  • Big Town - Refers to a large city, such as Tokyo, which is the capital of Japan.

  • Emperor's Palace - Refers to the palace of the Emperor of Japan.

  • To Rule - Refers to the act of governing or ruling over a group of people or a country.

  • Elegant - Refers to a graceful and refined manner or style.

  • Graceful And Beautiful - Refers to a graceful and beautiful appearance or manner.

  • To Gather - Refers to the act of coming together in a group or gathering.

  • To Collect - Refers to the act of gathering or collecting items.

  • Everything - Refers to all things or all people.

  • Everyone - Refers to all people or everyone.

Name ideas examples

  • Grand City - This kanji implies a sense of grandeur and majesty, and could be a great choice for a baby born in a large city.

  • Imperial Palace - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in a city with an imperial palace, as it implies a sense of royalty and power.

  • Tokyo - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in Tokyo, as it is the abbreviation of the city.

  • Govern - This kanji implies a sense of leadership and authority, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a position of power.

  • Elegant - This kanji implies a sense of grace and beauty, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a family of high social standing.

  • Gather - This kanji implies a sense of unity and togetherness, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.

  • All - This kanji implies a sense of completeness and universality, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.

means "leaf, blade of a plant."

  • Leaf - A thin and flat object, like a leaf of a plant or tree.

  • Sheet - A piece of paper or other material.

  • Parting - The end of something.

  • Era - A period of time.

Name ideas examples

  • Leaf - Symbolizing growth, renewal, and freshness.

  • Sheet - Representing a new beginning and a clean slate.

  • Parting - Signifying a new journey and a fresh start.

  • Era - Representing a new era of life.

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