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Mikkun(みっくん)Kotokun(ことくん)
Mikotchi(みこっち)
This name is primarily a unisex name, often female. For females, click 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 choices for "Mikoto," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.
純 means "pure, genuine, unmixed."
Pure - Unmixed, without adulteration, free from deceit or corruption, unadorned.
Solely - Exclusively, single-mindedly.
Splendid - Beautiful, good, great.
Bond - Connection, relationship.
Wrap - Envelop, bundle.
命 means "life, fate, destiny."
Life - The predetermined fate of life.
Fate - The predetermined course of events.
Naming - Giving a name to something.
Words - A vow or promise.
Aim - A sign or target.
Honor - A respectful title given to gods or important people.
Command - An order from someone of higher authority.
Ordering - Telling or commanding someone to do something.
Life - This is the most common meaning of the kanji, and is often used when naming a baby. It symbolizes the hope that the child will have a long and healthy life.
Destiny - This meaning implies that the child's life is predetermined by fate, and that their future is already set.
Name - This meaning suggests that the child will have a name that will be remembered and respected.
Oath - This meaning implies that the child will be bound by an oath or promise that they will keep.
Aim - This meaning suggests that the child will have a goal or purpose in life that they will strive to achieve.
Respect - This meaning of implies that the child will be respected and honored by others.
Command - This meaning of suggests that the child will be given orders or instructions by those in authority.
尊 means "respect, honor, esteem."
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone or something.
Precious - Highly valued and cherished.
Admirable - Worthy of admiration and respect.
Revered - Highly respected and admired.
Sacred - Regarded with great reverence and respect.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone or something.
Precious - Highly valued and cherished.
Admirable - Worthy of admiration and respect.
Revered - Highly respected and admired.
Sacred - Regarded with great reverence and respect.
御 means "honorific prefix, respectful prefix."
To express respect towards someone or something.
To express politeness towards an action or object.
To rule, stabilize, or govern.
To control horses or carriages as desired. Also, the person who does this.
To serve the emperor or other rulers.
To express respect towards the actions or possessions of the emperor or other rulers.
Respectful - This kanji conveys a sense of respect and politeness, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name.
Govern - The kanji can also be used to represent the idea of governing or ruling, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name.
Serve - The kanji can also be used to represent the idea of serving or attending to someone, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name.
Control - The kanji can also be used to represent the idea of controlling or managing something, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name.
Stabilize - The kanji can also be used to represent the idea of stabilizing or maintaining something, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name.
言 means "word, language, to say."
To Speak - To express one's thoughts and feelings through words.
Words - A unit of language that carries meaning and conveys information.
Self - A word used to refer to oneself.
Here - A word used to give emphasis or to adjust the tone of a sentence.
Speak - To encourage the baby to express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings.
Words - To remind the baby of the power of language and the importance of using words wisely.
Self - To remind the baby to be confident and proud of who they are.
Here - To remind the baby to be present and mindful in the moment.
神 means "god, deity."
God - The divine being, the creator of all things.
MysteriousWork - Unfathomable and spiritual work.
Soul - The spiritual essence of a person.
Heart - The innermost part of a person.
Excellence - The highest level of achievement.
Preciousness - Something of great value.
God - To represent the divine power and protection of the divine.
Creator - To signify the power of creation and the potential of the child to create something new.
Mysterious - To represent the unknown and the mysterious power of the divine.
Spiritual - To signify the spiritual connection between the child and the divine.
Soul - To represent the eternal nature of the soul and the connection between the child and the divine.
Heart - To signify the love and compassion of the divine for the child.
Excellence - To represent the potential of the child to achieve greatness.
Precious - To signify the value of the child and the importance of cherishing them.
殊 means "special, particular, exceptional."
Different - Not the same as usual or ordinary.
Especially - In a special way.
Distinguish - To separate or differentiate.
Unique - This is a great name for a baby because it implies that they are special and different from everyone else.
Different - This is a great name for a baby because it implies that they are not like everyone else and have their own unique qualities.
Distinct - This is a great name for a baby because it implies that they stand out from the crowd and have their own individual traits.
Special - This is a great name for a baby because it implies that they are one-of-a-kind and have something special about them.
Distinguish - This is a great name for a baby because it implies that they are able to be identified and set apart from others.
美 means "beauty, beautiful, pretty."
Beautiful - Having a pleasing appearance or attractive qualities.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Delicious - Having a pleasant, enjoyable taste.
Praiseworthy - Deserving of praise or admiration.
Beautiful - Suggesting a life of grace and elegance.
Splendid - Suggesting a life of grandeur and excellence.
Admirable - Suggesting a life of honor and respect.
Delicious - Suggesting a life full of joy and pleasure.
Praiseworthy - Suggesting a life of distinction and admiration.
琴 means "koto: Japanese stringed musical instrument."
A StringedMusicalInstrument - This is a general term for stringed instruments such as the koto (Japanese harp) and wagakki (Japanese traditional stringed instrument).
Harmony - This word can be used to represent harmony and balance in life.
Resonance - This word can be used to represent the resonance of sound and the connection between people.
充 means "full, fill, supply."
Fill In And Fulfill - To fill in and fulfill something that is lacking.
Satisfy - To satisfy or fulfill a need.
Full - To become full.
Cover - To cover or block something.
Busy - To be busy with many tasks.
Fulfill - To make something complete or whole by providing what is needed. This is a positive and uplifting meaning that could be used to wish a child a life of fulfillment.
Cover - To provide a layer of protection or to hide something. This could be used to wish a child a life of protection and security.
Busy - To have a lot of activities or tasks to do. This could be used to wish a child a life of productivity and success.
寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."
Age - The number of years a person has lived.
Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.
弥 means "all the more, increasingly."
Extensively - To spread or cover over a wide area.
Long - To last for a long time.
Distant - To be far away in time or space.
Mend - To repair or restore something that is damaged or broken.
Finally - To come to an end or conclusion.
Increasingly - To become more and more.
Further - To an even greater degree.
Eternal - It conveys the idea of something that will last forever and is a reminder of the love and care that parents have for their child.
WidelySpread - It conveys the idea of something that is widely known and accepted, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's presence in the world.
LongTime - It conveys the idea of something that will last for a long time, and is a reminder of the commitment that parents have to their child.
FarAway - It conveys the idea of something that is far away, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's future.
Passing Of Time - It conveys the idea of something that is constantly changing, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's growth and development.
Repair - It conveys the idea of something that can be fixed, and is a reminder
寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."
Age - The number of years a person has lived.
Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.
心 means "heart, mind, spirit."
Heart - An organ that circulates blood.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
思 means "think, consider, ponder."
Think,Consider,Have An Idea - To think or consider something, or to have an idea.
PoeticDevice - Used as a poetic device to add emphasis or to create a certain tone.
Seemingly - To seem or appear to be something.
Think,Consider - To think or consider deeply, and to have a strong sense of wisdom.
Cherish,Love - To cherish and love deeply, and to have a strong sense of affection.
Put In Heart - To put something in one's heart and to have a strong sense of loyalty.
PoeticDevice - To have a strong sense of creativity and to be able to express oneself in a poetic way.
Feelings,Thoughts - To have a strong sense of emotion and to be able to express one's feelings and thoughts.
Seemingly - To have a strong sense of view thoughtfully.
望 means "hope, wish, desire."
Hope,Wish,Desire - To have a strong desire for something, to wish for something, to hope for something.
Gaze,View - To look at something in the distance, to have a view of something.
Resent,Bitter - To feel resentment or bitterness towards something.
Popularity,Trust,Respect - To have a high level of popularity, trust, or respect.
Moon,FullMoon - To be associated with the moon or a full moon.
Hope,Wish,Desire - To give the baby a name that conveys a strong desire for a bright future.
Gaze,View - To give the baby a name that conveys a view of the world that is far-reaching and expansive.
Yearn,Long For - To give the baby a name that conveys a strong longing for something.
Popularity,Trust,Respect - To give the baby a name that conveys a high level of popularity
信 means "trust, faith, belief."
Letter - A written message sent from one person to another.
Entrust - To give someone the responsibility of doing something.
Sincerity - Being honest and truthful.
Stay - To remain in the same place for two nights.
Shinano - An abbreviation for the Shinano region.
Trust - To have faith in someone or something, showing a sense of security and reliability.
Sincerity - Being honest and truthful, showing a sense of integrity and honesty.
Mark,Sign - A symbol or indication of something, showing a sense of uniqueness and individuality.
Stay - To remain in the same place for two nights, showing a sense of stability and commitment.
Stretch,Extend - To make something longer or wider, showing a sense of ambition and growth.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
SeaGod - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
GatheringPlace - A place where many people or things come together.
寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."
Age - The number of years a person has lived.
Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.
満 means "full, complete, satisfied."
Fulfill - To satisfy or complete a requirement or expectation.
Fill - To make full or complete.
Be Full - To be completely filled or occupied.
Satisfy - To meet the needs or desires of someone.
Entirety - The whole or complete amount of something.
All - Everything or everyone included in a group.
Every - Each and every one of a group.
Reach - To extend or arrive at a destination.
Fulfillment - This kanji implies that the baby will be able to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
Abundance - This kanji implies that the baby will have an abundance of good fortune and blessings in their life.
Completeness - This kanji implies that the baby will have a sense of completeness and satisfaction in their life.
Satisfaction - This kanji implies that the baby will be content and satisfied with their life.
Fullness - This kanji implies that the baby will have a full and abundant life.
AllEncompassing - This kanji implies that the baby will have a life that encompasses all aspects of life.
AllInclusive - This kanji implies that the baby will have a life that includes all aspects of life.
Universal - This kanji implies that the baby will have a life that is universal and all-encompassing.
琴 means "koto: Japanese stringed musical instrument."
A StringedMusicalInstrument - This is a general term for stringed instruments such as the koto (Japanese harp) and wagakki (Japanese traditional stringed instrument).
Harmony - This word can be used to represent harmony and balance in life.
Resonance - This word can be used to represent the resonance of sound and the connection between people.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
SeaGod - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
GatheringPlace - A place where many people or things come together.
胡 means "hu, foreign, barbarian."
A question word used to express doubt.
Longevity, living a long life.
Ebisu - An ancient ethnic group living in the north and west of China.
Chaotian - Carelessly.
LongLived - This is a positive connotation that implies a long and prosperous life. It is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of hope and optimism for the future.
Question - This meaning implies a sense of curiosity and inquisitiveness, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have. It is also a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of exploration and discovery.
Rough - This meaning implies a sense of strength and resilience, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have. It is also a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of determination and perseverance.
Barbarian - This meaning implies a sense of wildness and freedom, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have. It is also a suitable name for a baby as it conveys a sense of adventure and exploration.
音 means "sound, noise."
Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.
Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.
Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.
News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.
ChinesePronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
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English Transcription is a term used when translating Japanese names into English. It represents a romanised version of the name with the aim of reproducing the pronunciation as accurately as possible. English Transcription can also be used for name searches.
Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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