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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameMoto
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:もと
  • Katakanatip:モト
  • English transcriptionstip:Moto
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Mocchan(もっちゃん)Click to speech もっちゃんMomochan( ももちゃん)Click to speech ももちゃんMotokun( もとくん)Click to speech もとくん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 7 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 "Moto," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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元- Moto -

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元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

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  • Origin, Source - To signify the beginning of a new life.

  • Head, Chief - To signify the importance of the baby in the family.

  • Long, Elder - To signify the baby's place as the eldest in the family.

  • People, Crowd - To signify the baby's place in the community.

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朔- Moto -

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朔 means "new moon, beginning of the lunar month."

  • First - The first day of the month in the lunar calendar. The first day.

  • Calendar - The calendar given by the emperor to the vassal states.

  • North - North direction.

Name ideas examples

  • First Day - It symbolizes the beginning of something new and special. It also reflects the idea of starting fresh and having a new beginning.

  • North - It symbolizes direction and guidance. It also reflects the idea of having a strong sense of direction and purpose in life.

  • Calendar - It symbolizes time and order. It also reflects the idea of having a sense of structure and organization in life.

  • Emperor's Calendar - It symbolizes power and authority. It also reflects the idea of having a strong sense of leadership and responsibility in life.

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基- Moto -

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基 means "foundation, basis."

  • Foundation, Base - The foundation or base of a building. A support or foothold.

  • Source, Origin - The root or origin of something. To be based on or to take as a source.

  • Group Of Atoms - In chemistry, a group of atoms.

  • Counting Word - A word used to count items such as lanterns or graves.

Name ideas examples

  • Foundation - A strong and stable foundation for a baby's life.

  • Source - A source of strength and guidance for a baby's life.

  • Origin - A reminder of the baby's origin and heritage.

  • Group - A reminder of the baby's connection to others.

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智- Moto -

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智 means "wisdom, intellect, knowledge."

  • Intelligent - Having or showing great knowledge or understanding.

  • Wise - Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.

  • Knowledgeable - Having or showing a lot of knowledge about a particular subject.

  • Insightful - Having or showing an ability to understand and think deeply about a situation.

  • Ability To Understand And Process Things - The capacity to comprehend and process information.

Name ideas examples

  • Intelligent - Having or showing great knowledge or understanding, which can be a great asset for a child as they grow up.

  • Wise - Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment, which can help a child make wise decisions in life.

  • Insightful - Having or showing an ability to understand and think deeply about a situation, which can help a child to think critically and make informed decisions.

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素- Moto -

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素 means "plain, unadorned, simple."

Name ideas examples

  • Pure - Symbolizing a child who is innocent and untainted by the world.

  • Original - Representing a unique individual who is unlike any other.

  • Source - Signifying a baby who is the beginning of something new and special.

  • White - Representing a child who is pure and innocent.

  • Meager - Signifying a baby who is humble and unassuming.

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守人- Moto -

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守 means "protect, defend, obey."

  • Protect, Guard - To protect or guard someone or something.

  • Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.

  • Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.

  • Watch, Observe - To keep an eye on something and not let it out of sight.

  • Shelter, Shield - To provide protection or safety.

  • Defend, Fortify - To prepare or equip for defense.

  • Governor - A local or regional official in charge of a district or group.

  • Amulet - A charm or object believed to bring good luck or protection.

  • Caretaker - Someone who looks after or takes care of someone or something.

Name ideas examples

  • Protect, Guard - To protect and guard the baby from harm.

  • Endure - To give the baby strength and courage to endure any hardships.

  • Shelter - To provide the baby with a safe and secure environment.

  • Defend - To equip the baby with the ability to defend themselves.

  • Caretaker - To remind the parents to be responsible and loving caretakers of the baby.

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人 means "person, human."

Name ideas examples

  • Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.

  • Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.

  • Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.

  • Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.

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望都- Moto -

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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.

  • Yearn, Long For - To have a strong longing for something.

  • Resent, Bitter - To feel resentment or bitterness towards something.

  • Popularity, Trust, Respect - To have a high level of popularity, trust, or respect.

  • Moon, Full Moon - To be associated with the moon or a full moon.

Name ideas examples

  • 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

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都 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.

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