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Japanese boy(male) nameMotoo
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:もとお
  • Katakanatip:モトオ
  • English transcriptionstip:Motoo, Motō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Mocchan(もっちゃん)Click to speech もっちゃんOkun( おーくん)Click to speech  おーくんTochan( とーちゃん)Click to speech  とーちゃん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 18 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 "Motoo," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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幹雄- Motoo -

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means "trunk, stem, main part."

  • Tree Trunk - The thick central part of a tree that serves as its main support.

  • Core - An important part of something.

  • Work - The effort put into a task or activity.

  • Ability - The natural talent or skill to do something.

Name ideas examples

  • Strength - A quality of being strong and powerful.

  • Support - To provide assistance and encouragement.

  • Endurance - The ability to withstand hardship or difficulty.

  • Resilience - The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties.

means "male, masculine."

  • Male Animal - A male animal, usually referring to a dominant male in a species.

  • Male Plant - A male plant, usually referring to a plant with male reproductive organs.

  • Superior - To be better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - A person who is outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To be powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To be full of energy and vigor.

Name ideas examples

  • Superior - To give the baby a name that implies they are better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - To give the baby a name that implies they are outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To give the baby a name that implies they are powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To give the baby a name that implies they are full of energy and vigor.

元穂- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "ear, head of grain."

  • Grain Stalk - The part of a grain stalk where the grain is attached.

  • Grain Like Shape - An object with a shape similar to a grain stalk.

Name ideas examples

  • Ear Of Grain - This is a symbolic representation of abundance and fertility, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a prosperous and fruitful life.

  • Harvest - This is a metaphor for the abundance of blessings that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a bountiful life.

  • Blessing - This is a representation of the joy and happiness that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a blessed life.

  • Hope - This is a representation of the optimism and faith that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a hopeful life.

  • Prosperity - This is a representation of the wealth and success that a baby brings to a family, and is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the hope for a prosperous life.

素夫- Motoo -

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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.

means "husband, man, male."

  • Husband - A married man who is the spouse of a wife.

  • Man - An adult male.

  • Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - This kanji that symbolizes a strong and loving relationship between a man and a woman.

  • Man - This kanji that symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience.

  • Laborer - This kanji that symbolizes hard work and dedication.

元夫- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "husband, man, male."

  • Husband - A married man who is the spouse of a wife.

  • Man - An adult male.

  • Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - This kanji that symbolizes a strong and loving relationship between a man and a woman.

  • Man - This kanji that symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience.

  • Laborer - This kanji that symbolizes hard work and dedication.

元央- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "center, middle, nucleus."

  • Middle, Center - Refers to the middle point or center of something.

  • End, Cease - Refers to the end or cessation of something.

  • Vividness - Refers to the vividness or clarity of something.

  • Harmony - Refers to the harmonious sound or balance of something.

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

元生- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."

  • To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.

  • To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.

  • To Give Birth - Give birth, born, produce, create, occur.

  • Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.

  • To Grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.

  • Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.

  • Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.

  • Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.

  • Student - Student, pupil, disciple.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.

  • Life - Representing the preciousness of life.

  • Living - Signifying the joy of living.

  • To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.

  • To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.

  • To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.

  • Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.

  • Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.

  • Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.

元男- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "man, male."

  • Man - A male person.

  • Son - A male offspring of a parent.

  • Vigorous Person - Someone who is full of energy and vitality.

  • Masculine Person - Someone who has qualities traditionally associated with men.

Name ideas examples

  • Son - It is a term of endearment and affection for a male child.

  • Vigorous Person - It implies that the child will be strong and full of energy.

  • Manly Person - It implies that the child will grow up to be a strong and confident man.

元郎- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "young man, son-in-law."

  • Man - A male adult.

  • Son - A male child, especially a son.

  • Husband - A married man.

  • Young Man - A young male.

Name ideas examples

  • Man - A strong and noble name for a baby boy.

  • Son - This kanji that symbolizes the bond between a father and son.

  • Husband - This kanji that symbolizes the commitment of a man to his family.

  • Young Man - This kanji that symbolizes the potential of a young man.

元雄- Motoo -

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means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

means "male, masculine."

  • Male Animal - A male animal, usually referring to a dominant male in a species.

  • Male Plant - A male plant, usually referring to a plant with male reproductive organs.

  • Superior - To be better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - A person who is outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To be powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To be full of energy and vigor.

Name ideas examples

  • Superior - To give the baby a name that implies they are better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - To give the baby a name that implies they are outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To give the baby a name that implies they are powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To give the baby a name that implies they are full of energy and vigor.

基夫- Motoo -

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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.

means "husband, man, male."

  • Husband - A married man who is the spouse of a wife.

  • Man - An adult male.

  • Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - This kanji that symbolizes a strong and loving relationship between a man and a woman.

  • Man - This kanji that symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience.

  • Laborer - This kanji that symbolizes hard work and dedication.

基央- Motoo -

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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.

means "center, middle, nucleus."

  • Middle, Center - Refers to the middle point or center of something.

  • End, Cease - Refers to the end or cessation of something.

  • Vividness - Refers to the vividness or clarity of something.

  • Harmony - Refers to the harmonious sound or balance of something.

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

基生- Motoo -

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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.

means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."

  • To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.

  • To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.

  • To Give Birth - Give birth, born, produce, create, occur.

  • Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.

  • To Grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.

  • Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.

  • Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.

  • Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.

  • Student - Student, pupil, disciple.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.

  • Life - Representing the preciousness of life.

  • Living - Signifying the joy of living.

  • To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.

  • To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.

  • To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.

  • Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.

  • Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.

  • Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.

基男- Motoo -

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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.

means "man, male."

  • Man - A male person.

  • Son - A male offspring of a parent.

  • Vigorous Person - Someone who is full of energy and vitality.

  • Masculine Person - Someone who has qualities traditionally associated with men.

Name ideas examples

  • Son - It is a term of endearment and affection for a male child.

  • Vigorous Person - It implies that the child will be strong and full of energy.

  • Manly Person - It implies that the child will grow up to be a strong and confident man.

基雄- Motoo -

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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.

means "male, masculine."

  • Male Animal - A male animal, usually referring to a dominant male in a species.

  • Male Plant - A male plant, usually referring to a plant with male reproductive organs.

  • Superior - To be better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - A person who is outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To be powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To be full of energy and vigor.

Name ideas examples

  • Superior - To give the baby a name that implies they are better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - To give the baby a name that implies they are outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To give the baby a name that implies they are powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To give the baby a name that implies they are full of energy and vigor.

本夫- Motoo -

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means "book, main, true, real."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the origin or beginning of something.

  • Essential Point - This kanji that symbolizes an important or essential point.

  • Agriculture - This kanji that symbolizes farming or related activities.

  • My Own - This kanji that symbolizes something that is owned or related to oneself.

  • Book, Counting - This kanji that symbolizes books or counting things.

means "husband, man, male."

  • Husband - A married man who is the spouse of a wife.

  • Man - An adult male.

  • Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - This kanji that symbolizes a strong and loving relationship between a man and a woman.

  • Man - This kanji that symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience.

  • Laborer - This kanji that symbolizes hard work and dedication.

本生- Motoo -

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means "book, main, true, real."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the origin or beginning of something.

  • Essential Point - This kanji that symbolizes an important or essential point.

  • Agriculture - This kanji that symbolizes farming or related activities.

  • My Own - This kanji that symbolizes something that is owned or related to oneself.

  • Book, Counting - This kanji that symbolizes books or counting things.

means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."

  • To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.

  • To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.

  • To Give Birth - Give birth, born, produce, create, occur.

  • Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.

  • To Grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.

  • Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.

  • Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.

  • Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.

  • Student - Student, pupil, disciple.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.

  • Life - Representing the preciousness of life.

  • Living - Signifying the joy of living.

  • To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.

  • To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.

  • To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.

  • Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.

  • Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.

  • Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.

本男- Motoo -

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means "book, main, true, real."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the origin or beginning of something.

  • Essential Point - This kanji that symbolizes an important or essential point.

  • Agriculture - This kanji that symbolizes farming or related activities.

  • My Own - This kanji that symbolizes something that is owned or related to oneself.

  • Book, Counting - This kanji that symbolizes books or counting things.

means "man, male."

  • Man - A male person.

  • Son - A male offspring of a parent.

  • Vigorous Person - Someone who is full of energy and vitality.

  • Masculine Person - Someone who has qualities traditionally associated with men.

Name ideas examples

  • Son - It is a term of endearment and affection for a male child.

  • Vigorous Person - It implies that the child will be strong and full of energy.

  • Manly Person - It implies that the child will grow up to be a strong and confident man.

本雄- Motoo -

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means "book, main, true, real."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the origin or beginning of something.

  • Essential Point - This kanji that symbolizes an important or essential point.

  • Agriculture - This kanji that symbolizes farming or related activities.

  • My Own - This kanji that symbolizes something that is owned or related to oneself.

  • Book, Counting - This kanji that symbolizes books or counting things.

means "male, masculine."

  • Male Animal - A male animal, usually referring to a dominant male in a species.

  • Male Plant - A male plant, usually referring to a plant with male reproductive organs.

  • Superior - To be better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - A person who is outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To be powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To be full of energy and vigor.

Name ideas examples

  • Superior - To give the baby a name that implies they are better than others, to be superior in some way.

  • Outstanding Person - To give the baby a name that implies they are outstanding in some way, usually referring to someone who is highly skilled or talented.

  • Strong - To give the baby a name that implies they are powerful, brave, and forceful.

  • Prosperous - To give the baby a name that implies they are full of energy and vigor.

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