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KougenJapanese unisex nameClick to speech こうげんShare this page

  • Gender:Unisex
  • Hiraganatip:こうげん
  • Katakanatip:コウゲン

The eighth emperor’s posthumous name. He was enthroned in 214 BCE.

Names and Meanings by Kanji - 1 variation

In Japanese, there is a culture of kanji which is a set of characters that originated from Chinese characters, and the meaning of the name changes according to the choice of kanji characters.
The more numerous variations of kanji, the more common name is in Japan. On the other hand, a name with very few variations in kanji is unique and rare to the Japanese.
For Kougen, kanji choices are listed below, sorted by the total number of Good!

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孝元天皇- Kougen -

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means "filial piety, respect for parents and ancestors."

Name ideas examples

  • Respect - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to show respect and honor to their parents and ancestors.

  • Devotion - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be devoted and loyal to their parents and ancestors.

  • Obedience - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be obedient and follow the teachings of their parents and ancestors.

means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin, Source - To signify the beginning of a new life.

  • Head, Chief - To signify the importance of the baby in the family.

  • Long, Elder - To signify the baby's place as the eldest in the family.

  • People, Crowd - To signify the baby's place in the community.

means "heaven, sky, imperial, celestial."

  • Rain, Sky, Universe - The ruler of all things, the laws of nature, and the place where gods and Buddhas reside.

  • Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.

  • Emperor, King - One who has been given the mandate of Heaven.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - The state of the sky or the atmosphere.

Name ideas examples

  • Rain, Sky - Representing the vastness of the universe and the beauty of nature.

  • Birthright - Representing the natural gifts and talents that a child is born with.

  • Emperor, King - Representing the power and authority of a leader.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - Representing the ever-changing nature of life.

means "emperor, sovereign, monarch."

  • King - A male ruler of a country or state.

  • Emperor - A sovereign ruler of an empire.

  • Monarch - A hereditary ruler of a country or state.

  • Celestial Emperor - A divine ruler of the heavens.

  • Hurried - Moving or acting quickly.

  • Hectic - Characterized by intense activity or busyness.

  • Busy - Engaged in activity

Name ideas examples

  • For Naming a Baby:

  • King - A strong and noble name for a baby boy, symbolizing power and authority.

  • Emperor - A regal name for a baby boy, symbolizing strength and leadership.

  • Monarch - A dignified name for a baby boy, symbolizing royalty and tradition.

  • Celestial Emperor - A divine name for a baby boy, symbolizing divine power and protection.

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