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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameMotoi
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:もとい
  • Katakanatip:モトイ
  • English Syllablestip:mo-toi (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:mo-to-i (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Motoi
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Mocchan(もっちゃん)Click to speech もっちゃんMotokun( もとくん)Click to speech  もとくんSan( い)Click to speech  い

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 nameMotoi

Kanji Names & Meanings - 5 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 "Motoi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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- Motoi -

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means "govern, unify, system."

Name ideas examples

  • Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.

  • Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.

  • System - Bridges connect what is separated and enable crossing over. May your child build bridges of understanding and connection.

  • Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

  • Line, Connection - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Regulation, Norm - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Unity, Cohesion - Unity/Cohesion represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of unity/cohesion.

- Motoi -

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means "foundation, base, basis."

Name ideas examples

  • Foundation - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Base - The base represents foundation, support, and starting points. May your child build on a solid base of values and skills.

  • Basis - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.

  • Group of Atoms - Groups represent community, belonging, and the strength found in numbers. May your child find their group, belonging to communities of purpose and support.

  • Origin - Origin represents source, beginning, and the roots from which all grows. May your child honor their origins while growing beyond them.

基依- Motoi -

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means "foundation, base, basis."

Name ideas examples

  • Foundation - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Base - The base represents foundation, support, and starting points. May your child build on a solid base of values and skills.

  • Basis - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.

  • Group of Atoms - Groups represent community, belonging, and the strength found in numbers. May your child find their group, belonging to communities of purpose and support.

  • Origin - Origin represents source, beginning, and the roots from which all grows. May your child honor their origins while growing beyond them.

means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."

Name ideas examples

  • To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.

  • As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.

基維- Motoi -

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means "foundation, base, basis."

Name ideas examples

  • Foundation - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Base - The base represents foundation, support, and starting points. May your child build on a solid base of values and skills.

  • Basis - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.

  • Group of Atoms - Groups represent community, belonging, and the strength found in numbers. May your child find their group, belonging to communities of purpose and support.

  • Origin - Origin represents source, beginning, and the roots from which all grows. May your child honor their origins while growing beyond them.

means "to bind, rope, thread."

  • To Bind - To Support; to tie; to connect; to maintain.

  • Rope - A Main Rope; a rope for hanging things.

  • Thread - Fiber; string.

  • Bind, Tie - To fasten or secure something with a rope, cord, or other material.

  • Emphasis - Read as "kore" to emphasize what follows.

  • Join, Link - To connect two or more things together.

  • Preserve - To keep something safe or in its original condition.

  • Support - To provide assistance or aid to someone or something.

Name ideas examples

  • To Bind - The act of bind represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child bind with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Rope - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Thread - Threads represent connection, continuity, and the fabric of relationships. May your child weave strong threads of connection throughout life.

  • Bind, Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • Emphasis - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Join, Link - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Preserve - Preserving represents protection, keeping safe, and honoring heritage. May your child preserve valuable traditions and protect what matters.

  • Support - Supporting represents help, foundation, and being there for others. May your child support others and receive support when needed.

心維- Motoi -

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means "heart, mind, core."

Name ideas examples

  • Heart - Heart (心) in Japanese represents both the physical heart and the mind/spirit. May your child's heart be pure and their mind clear, unified in purpose.

  • Mind - Mind represents thought, reason, and the faculty of understanding. May your child's mind be sharp, reasoning clearly and understanding deeply.

  • Core - The core represents essence, center, and fundamental truth. May your child stay true to their core values.

  • Center - The center represents balance, stability, and being at the heart of things. May your child find their center, balanced and stable at the heart of their world.

  • Feelings - Feeling represents emotional intelligence, empathy, and human connection. May your child feel deeply, connecting with others through empathy.

  • Spirit - Spirit represents the immortal essence, energy, and the divine spark within. May your child's spirit burn brightly, their divine spark illuminating the world.

means "to bind, rope, thread."

  • To Bind - To Support; to tie; to connect; to maintain.

  • Rope - A Main Rope; a rope for hanging things.

  • Thread - Fiber; string.

  • Bind, Tie - To fasten or secure something with a rope, cord, or other material.

  • Emphasis - Read as "kore" to emphasize what follows.

  • Join, Link - To connect two or more things together.

  • Preserve - To keep something safe or in its original condition.

  • Support - To provide assistance or aid to someone or something.

Name ideas examples

  • To Bind - The act of bind represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child bind with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Rope - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Thread - Threads represent connection, continuity, and the fabric of relationships. May your child weave strong threads of connection throughout life.

  • Bind, Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • Emphasis - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Join, Link - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Preserve - Preserving represents protection, keeping safe, and honoring heritage. May your child preserve valuable traditions and protect what matters.

  • Support - Supporting represents help, foundation, and being there for others. May your child support others and receive support when needed.

Real Persons

The list contains people mentioned in Wikipedia. All JP links are in Japanese only. Sorry!

  • 桜庭Sakuraba Motoi Japanese composer (1965- ) wikipedia page linkEN wikipedia page linkJP
  • 谷口Taniguchi Motoi researcher (1964- ) wikipedia page linkJP
  • 小倉Ogura Motoi Japanese politician (1931-2015) wikipedia page linkJP
  • Hayashi Motoi Japanese historian (1914-2010) wikipedia page linkJP
  • 福西Fukunishi Motoi Japanese supercentenarian (1910-2020) wikipedia page linkJP

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