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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameKouju
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:こうじゅ
  • Katakanatip:コウジュ
  • English transcriptionstip:Kouju, Koujyu, Kōju
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kouchan(こうちゃん)Click to speech こうちゃんJunchan(じゅんちゃん)Click to speech じゅんちゃんKojuu(こじゅー)Click to speech こじゅー

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 11 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 "Kouju," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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光寿- Kouju -

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means "light, radiance."

  • Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.

  • Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.

  • Scene - Appearance, state.

  • Blessing - Benefit, grace.

  • Time - Moment, date.

  • Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)

Name ideas examples

  • Light - Symbolizing brightness, hope, and optimism.

  • Honor - Representing a life of distinction and respect.

  • Blessing - Signifying a life of abundance and grace.

  • Time - Representing the preciousness of life.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

光樹- Kouju -

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means "light, radiance."

  • Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.

  • Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.

  • Scene - Appearance, state.

  • Blessing - Benefit, grace.

  • Time - Moment, date.

  • Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)

Name ideas examples

  • Light - Symbolizing brightness, hope, and optimism.

  • Honor - Representing a life of distinction and respect.

  • Blessing - Signifying a life of abundance and grace.

  • Time - Representing the preciousness of life.

means "tree, wood, timber."

  • Tree - A standing tree that is growing.

  • Plant - To plant a tree.

  • Stand - To stand firmly.

Name ideas examples

  • Tree - Symbolizing strength, stability, and growth.

  • Plant - Representing the idea of nurturing and caring for something.

  • Stand - Signifying courage and determination.

凰寿- Kouju -

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means "phoenix, bird of legend."

  • Phoenix - A legendary bird that is said to appear during auspicious occasions. Male Phoenix

Name ideas examples

  • Auspicious - Symbolizing good luck and fortune.

  • Legendary - Representing something that is extraordinary and remarkable.

  • Courageous - Symbolizing strength and bravery.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

孝樹- Kouju -

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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 "tree, wood, timber."

  • Tree - A standing tree that is growing.

  • Plant - To plant a tree.

  • Stand - To stand firmly.

Name ideas examples

  • Tree - Symbolizing strength, stability, and growth.

  • Plant - Representing the idea of nurturing and caring for something.

  • Stand - Signifying courage and determination.

宏寿- Kouju -

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means "grand, vast, wide."

Name ideas examples

  • Wide, Large - Suggesting a sense of ambition and potential for greatness.

  • Expand, Amplify - Suggesting a desire for growth and success.

  • Outstanding, Excellent - Suggesting a desire for excellence and distinction.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

幸寿- Kouju -

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means "happiness, good fortune, luck."

Name ideas examples

  • Happiness, Fortunate - This kanji that conveys the wish for the baby to be blessed with good luck, fortune, and joy.

  • Cherish, Love - This kanji that conveys the wish for the baby to be loved and cherished.

  • Appreciate, Like - This kanji that conveys the wish for the baby to be appreciated and liked.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

康寿- Kouju -

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means "health, peaceful, comfortable."

Name ideas examples

  • Healthy - Conveying the wish for the baby to have good physical and mental health and to be free from illness or injury.

  • Prosperous - Conveying the wish for the baby to have success and good fortune in life.

  • Peaceful - Conveying the wish for the baby to have a tranquil and calm life.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

康朱- Kouju -

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means "health, peaceful, comfortable."

Name ideas examples

  • Healthy - Conveying the wish for the baby to have good physical and mental health and to be free from illness or injury.

  • Prosperous - Conveying the wish for the baby to have success and good fortune in life.

  • Peaceful - Conveying the wish for the baby to have a tranquil and calm life.

means "cinnabar, vermilion."

  • Red - A bright, reddish color.

  • Currency Unit - A unit of currency used during the Edo period, equal to one-sixteenth of a ryō.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Symbolizing brightness and optimism.

  • Courageous - Symbolizing courage and strength.

  • Prosperous - Symbolizing wealth and abundance.

浩寿- Kouju -

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means "vast, wide, spacious."

  • Large, Vast - Having a great size or extent.

  • Abundant - Plentiful or rich in supply.

  • Grand - Impressive in size, scope, or extent.

  • Boastful - Showing excessive pride or self-satisfaction.

Name ideas examples

  • Large - Symbolizing greatness and potential.

  • Abundant - Representing abundance and prosperity.

  • Grand - Signifying grandeur and magnificence.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

煌寿- Kouju -

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means "glitter, sparkle, shine."

  • Bright - Having a lot of light

  • Radiant - Emitting or reflecting light

  • Glittering - Sparkling or shining brightly.

  • Glowing - Emitting a steady, bright light.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Suggesting a cheerful, positive outlook on life.

  • Radiant - Conveying a sense of inner beauty and joy.

  • Glittering - Suggesting a life full of sparkle and excitement.

  • Glowing - Suggesting a life of warmth and light.

寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."

  • Long Life - Living for a long time, having a long lifespan.

  • Age - The number of years a person has lived.

  • Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.

Name ideas examples

  • Long Life - This kanji that symbolizes a long and healthy life for the baby.

  • Blessing - This kanji that symbolizes the blessing of a long and prosperous life.

  • Joy - This kanji that symbolizes the joy of a happy occasion or a long life.

煌珠- Kouju -

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means "glitter, sparkle, shine."

  • Bright - Having a lot of light

  • Radiant - Emitting or reflecting light

  • Glittering - Sparkling or shining brightly.

  • Glowing - Emitting a steady, bright light.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Suggesting a cheerful, positive outlook on life.

  • Radiant - Conveying a sense of inner beauty and joy.

  • Glittering - Suggesting a life full of sparkle and excitement.

  • Glowing - Suggesting a life of warmth and light.

means "bead, pearl."

  • Pearl - A round bead formed from a mollusk.

  • Something small and round, like a pearl.

  • A metaphor or description for something beautiful or impressive.

Name ideas examples

  • Pearl - A beautiful and precious name for a baby, symbolizing purity and innocence.

  • Round - This kanji that symbolizes completeness and perfection.

  • Beautiful - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.

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