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Japanese boy(male) nameKuni
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:くに
  • Katakanatip:クニ
  • English transcriptionstip:Kuni
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kunichan(くにちゃん)Click to speech くにちゃんKunchan( くんちゃん)Click to speech  くんちゃんNikun( にくん)Click to speech  にくん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Kuni," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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- Kuni -

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means "country, nation."

  • Country - A nation or state governed by a particular government.

  • Region - An area belonging to a particular government.

  • City - A capital or major city.

  • Home Country - One's own nation or homeland.

Name ideas examples

  • Country - This kanji that symbolizes a strong connection to one's homeland and a sense of belonging.

  • Region - This kanji that symbolizes a connection to a particular area or region.

  • City - This kanji that symbolizes a connection to a particular city or capital.

  • Home Country - This kanji that symbolizes a strong connection to one's homeland and a sense of pride.

- Kuni -

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means "country, home country, native land."

  • Country - A large nation or state.

  • Nation - A sovereign state or political entity.

  • Capital - The seat of government of a country or state.

  • Realm - A region or domain over which a sovereign rules.

  • Enfeoff - To grant land or other property to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service.

  • Japan - The country of Japan.

Name ideas examples

  • Country - It symbolizes a sense of belonging and connection to a nation or homeland.

  • Great Country - It conveys a sense of pride and strength in one's nation or homeland.

  • Capital - It symbolizes a connection to the center of power and influence in a nation or homeland.

  • The World - It conveys a sense of global citizenship and responsibility.

  • To Seal - It conveys a sense of protection and security.

  • Japan's Country - It conveys a sense of pride and connection to the nation of Japan.

- Kuni -

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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.

Real Persons

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  • 堀内Horiuchi 利国Kuni Japanese military physician (1844-1895) wikipedia page linkJP

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