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Maakun(まーくん)
Ookun( おーくん)
Maochan( まおちゃん)![]()
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys.
See the girls' version here.
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 "Makao," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
罷 means "cease, dismiss, tired."
Reach the Limit, Extreme - To reach the limit or extreme of something.
Tire, Exhaust - To become tired or exhausted from an activity or process.
Cease - Cease - To Stop; to discontinue - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of cease throughout life.
Dismiss - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Tired - Tired - Exhausted; weary - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of tired throughout life.
Attend, Go - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Change, Alter - Change is the only constant, and embracing it is the key to resilience. May your child embrace change with grace, growing stronger through transitions.
Dull, Weak, Foolish - Dullness reminds us that even blunt instruments have their purpose and time. May your child know when to be sharp and when to be gentle in approach.
Forgive - Forgiveness represents freedom, healing, and the release from resentment. May your child forgive freely, finding freedom and healing in release.
Reach the Limit, Extreme - Reaching represents extending, striving, and pushing toward goals. May your child reach for great things, extending beyond their current grasp.
Tire, Exhaust - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
雄 means "male, superior, strong."
Prosperous - Having Vigor; energetic.
Male - The masculine represents strength, protection, and active energy. May your child embody vigorous strength of character.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.
真 means "true, truth, pure."
Pure - Unadulterated; natural.
Accurate - Correct and precise.
Complete - Having all the necessary parts.
Unaltered - In its original form.
True - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of words with reality. May your child always speak and live in truth, their word their bond.
Truth - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of reality with one's words and beliefs. May your child always seek and speak truth, building their life on this solid foundation.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Accurate - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.
Complete - Completing represents fulfillment, wholeness, and thorough accomplishment. May your child complete their tasks and fulfill their purpose.
Unaltered - Unaltered - In its original form - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of unaltered throughout life.
夏 means "summer, grand, xia dynasty."
Summer - One of the four seasons; from the start of summer to the start of autumn; around June to August.
Xia Dynasty - The name of the oldest legendary dynasty in China.
Summer - Summer (夏) represents vitality, growth at its peak, and the fullness of life's energy. May your child embody summer's vibrant energy, living life at its fullest and brightest.
Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.
Xia Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.
男 means "man, son, vigorous person."
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Manly Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Vigorous Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
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Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
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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