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Kuokun(くおくん)Kuochan(くおちゃん)
Okun(おくん)
This name is also used as a surname: Kuo
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 "Kuo," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
紅 means "crimson, deep red."
Red - A bright, vivid red color.
Pigment - A red pigment used in cosmetics.
Woman - A woman, especially one with a single red feature.
Silk - Red silk fabric.
王 means "king, monarch."
Emperor, Monarch - A ruler of a country who governs with virtue.
Title Of Respect - A title of respect for one's grandparents or for someone of higher status.
To Become A King - To become a king or to reign over a country.
Male Of Imperial Lineage - A title for a male of imperial lineage up to five generations removed.
Emperor, Monarch - This kanji that conveys the idea of a ruler of a country who governs with virtue.
Title Of Respect - This kanji that conveys respect for one's grandparents or for someone of higher status.
To Become A King - This kanji that conveys the idea of becoming a king or reigning over a country.
久 means "long time, old, long-cherished."
Ancient - From long ago.
央 means "center, middle, nucleus."
Middle, Center - Refers to the middle point or center of something.
Vividness - Refers to the vividness or clarity of something.
Harmony - Refers to the harmonious sound or balance of something.
Middle, Center - Refers to the idea of being the center of attention or the focus of the family.
End, Cease - Refers to the idea of bringing an end to suffering or hardship.
Vividness - Refers to the idea of being bright and full of life.
Harmony - Refers to the idea of bringing peace and balance to the family.
來 means "come, arrive."
To Come - To arrive or come to a place.
To Bring - To bring something or someone to a place.
From The Past To The Present - Refers to the time period from a certain point in the past to the present.
Into The Future - Refers to the time period that has yet to come.
A Particle - Used in the middle or end of a sentence to give it a certain tone. It is usually not read in the kunyomi reading.
To Encourage - To motivate or encourage someone.
Arrival - To come or arrive, often from a distant place.
Blessing - To wish good fortune or success upon someone.
Encouragement - To give someone support, confidence, or hope.
於 means "at, in, on."
At, On, In - This kanji is used to indicate a time or place.
Oh - This kanji is used to express emotion, such as awe or admiration.
Time Or Place - This kanji is often used to represent a specific time or place, so it could be a suitable name for a baby to represent the moment they were born or the place they were born.
Exclamation - The kanji can also be used to express an exclamation, so it could be a suitable name for a baby to represent the joy and excitement of their arrival.
Expression Of Emotion - The kanji can also be used to express emotion, so it could be a suitable name for a baby to represent the love and emotion felt by their parents.
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Japanese-Style Nicknames
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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
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
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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