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Kouchan(こうちゃん)
Zukun(ずくん)
Kozuken(こずけん)![]()
This name is also used as a surname:
Kouzu
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 "Kouzu," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
宏 means "wide, to expand, excellent."
To Expand - To make larger.
Excellent - Outstanding; magnificent.
Wide - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
To Expand - The act of expand represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child expand with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.
Expand, Amplify - Expand/Amplify - To make bigger or more extensive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of expand/amplify throughout life.
図 means "plan, diagram, picture."
Diagram - A drawing showing arrangement.
Picture - An illustration or image.
Calculate, Examine - To examine or calculate something. To analyze and evaluate something.
Think, Contemplate - To consider or ponder something. To think deeply about something.
Plan - Planning represents foresight, preparation, and thoughtful action. May your child plan wisely and prepare well for the future.
Diagram - The diagram represents clear planning, organized thinking, and visual wisdom. May your child plan with clarity and vision.
Picture - Picture - An illustration or image - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of picture throughout life.
Aim - Aim - To Intend; to attempt - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of aim throughout life.
Calculate, Examine - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Think, Contemplate - Thinking represents reason, reflection, and the power of the inquiring mind. May your child think deeply, using reason and reflection wisely.
鴻 means "swan, great."
Swan - The swan symbolizes grace, beauty, and transformation. May your child move through life with graceful dignity.
Great - Greatness encompasses exceptional ability, noble character, and significant achievement. May your child achieve true greatness—not just in accomplishment, but in character.
Big - Bigness represents generosity, capacity, and the ability to embrace much. May your child have a big heart, with generous capacity to embrace all of life.
図 means "plan, diagram, picture."
Diagram - A drawing showing arrangement.
Picture - An illustration or image.
Calculate, Examine - To examine or calculate something. To analyze and evaluate something.
Think, Contemplate - To consider or ponder something. To think deeply about something.
Plan - Planning represents foresight, preparation, and thoughtful action. May your child plan wisely and prepare well for the future.
Diagram - The diagram represents clear planning, organized thinking, and visual wisdom. May your child plan with clarity and vision.
Picture - Picture - An illustration or image - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of picture throughout life.
Aim - Aim - To Intend; to attempt - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of aim throughout life.
Calculate, Examine - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Think, Contemplate - Thinking represents reason, reflection, and the power of the inquiring mind. May your child think deeply, using reason and reflection wisely.
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きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
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Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
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Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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