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Japanese boy(male) nameMotoshi
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:もとし
  • Katakanatip:モトシ
  • English transcriptionstip:Motoshi
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Mocchan(もっちゃん)Click to speech もっちゃんTosshi( とっしー)Click to speech  とっしーMotokun( もとくん)Click to speech  もとくん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 14 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 "Motoshi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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素思- Motoshi -

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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 "think, consider, ponder."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

  • Poetic Device - 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.

- Motoshi -

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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.

- Motoshi -

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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.

元仕- Motoshi -

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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 "work, serve, do."

  • Serve - To serve a higher-ranking person or official.

  • Become An Official - To become a government official or bureaucrat.

  • Follow - To follow a person of higher status.

  • Work - To do work.

  • A humble form of the words "to do" or "to perform".

Name ideas examples

  • To Serve - It conveys the idea of being helpful and devoted to others. It also implies a sense of responsibility and dedication.

  • To Follow A High Ranking Person - It conveys the idea of respect and obedience. It also implies a sense of humility and deference.

  • To Become An Official - It conveys the idea of ambition and dedication. It also implies a sense of responsibility and commitment.

  • To Do Work - It conveys the idea of hard work and perseverance. It also implies a sense of diligence and determination.

  • To Do Something Humbly - It conveys the idea of humility and modesty. It also implies a sense of respect and consideration.

元史- Motoshi -

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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 "history, chronicle, annals."

  • Record Keeper - A record keeper is someone who is responsible for keeping records.

  • Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.

  • History Book - A history book is a book that records historical events.

Name ideas examples

  • Record - Record is a noun that means to keep a written or other record of something. It can be used to symbolize the importance of keeping records and remembering the past.

  • Writing - Writing is a noun that means the act of recording information. It can be used to symbolize the importance of communication and expressing oneself.

  • History - History is a noun that means the study of past events. It can be used to symbolize the importance of learning from the past.

元司- Motoshi -

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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 "administer, manage, control."

  • To Serve In An Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.

  • To Manage Or Oversee - This refers to taking charge of a certain task or responsibility.

  • To Inquire - This refers to investigating a situation or gathering information.

Name ideas examples

  • To Rule - This meaning implies that the baby will be a leader and have the ability to take charge and make decisions.

  • To Manage - This meaning implies that the baby will be responsible and have the ability to take care of things and make sure everything is running smoothly.

  • To Govern - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and wise leader who can make decisions and guide others.

  • To Supervise - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and reliable leader who can oversee and manage tasks.

  • To Inquire - This meaning implies that the baby will be curious and have the ability to ask questions and seek out information.

元士- Motoshi -

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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 "samurai, warrior, gentleman."

  • Adult Male - Refers to an adult male.

  • Official - Refers to a mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.

  • Duty - Refers to performing duties or serving in an official capacity.

  • Scholar - Refers to a person with excellent knowledge and learning.

  • Gentleman - Refers to a respectable man. It is also a term of endearment for men.

  • Samurai - Refers to a warrior.

  • Qualified Person - Refers to a person with certain qualifications or skills.

Name ideas examples

  • A Man Of Knowledge And Wisdom - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great intelligence and understanding.

  • A Man Of Honor - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great integrity and respect.

  • A Man Of Distinction - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great accomplishment and success.

  • A Man Of Courage - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great bravery and strength.

  • A Man Of Virtue - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great morality and righteousness.

  • A Man Of Justice - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great fairness and justice.

  • A Man Of Loyalty - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great loyalty and dedication.

元志- Motoshi -

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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 "aspiration, ambition, goal."

  • Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.

  • Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.

  • Record - To remember or recall.

  • Document - To record or document.

  • Writings - A record written down. A book.

  • Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.

Name ideas examples

  • Ambition - It conveys the idea of having a strong desire to achieve something. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to strive for their goals and to never give up.

  • Determination - It conveys the idea of having a strong will and dedication to reach a certain goal. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to stay focused and never give up.

  • Memory - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to remember things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always remember the important things in life.

  • Record - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to record and document things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always document their experiences and achievements.

  • Writing - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to write and express oneself. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always express their thoughts and feelings.

基史- Motoshi -

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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 "history, chronicle, annals."

  • Record Keeper - A record keeper is someone who is responsible for keeping records.

  • Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.

  • History Book - A history book is a book that records historical events.

Name ideas examples

  • Record - Record is a noun that means to keep a written or other record of something. It can be used to symbolize the importance of keeping records and remembering the past.

  • Writing - Writing is a noun that means the act of recording information. It can be used to symbolize the importance of communication and expressing oneself.

  • History - History is a noun that means the study of past events. It can be used to symbolize the importance of learning from the past.

基司- Motoshi -

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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 "administer, manage, control."

  • To Serve In An Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.

  • To Manage Or Oversee - This refers to taking charge of a certain task or responsibility.

  • To Inquire - This refers to investigating a situation or gathering information.

Name ideas examples

  • To Rule - This meaning implies that the baby will be a leader and have the ability to take charge and make decisions.

  • To Manage - This meaning implies that the baby will be responsible and have the ability to take care of things and make sure everything is running smoothly.

  • To Govern - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and wise leader who can make decisions and guide others.

  • To Supervise - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and reliable leader who can oversee and manage tasks.

  • To Inquire - This meaning implies that the baby will be curious and have the ability to ask questions and seek out information.

基士- Motoshi -

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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 "samurai, warrior, gentleman."

  • Adult Male - Refers to an adult male.

  • Official - Refers to a mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.

  • Duty - Refers to performing duties or serving in an official capacity.

  • Scholar - Refers to a person with excellent knowledge and learning.

  • Gentleman - Refers to a respectable man. It is also a term of endearment for men.

  • Samurai - Refers to a warrior.

  • Qualified Person - Refers to a person with certain qualifications or skills.

Name ideas examples

  • A Man Of Knowledge And Wisdom - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great intelligence and understanding.

  • A Man Of Honor - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great integrity and respect.

  • A Man Of Distinction - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great accomplishment and success.

  • A Man Of Courage - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great bravery and strength.

  • A Man Of Virtue - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great morality and righteousness.

  • A Man Of Justice - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great fairness and justice.

  • A Man Of Loyalty - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great loyalty and dedication.

基志- Motoshi -

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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 "aspiration, ambition, goal."

  • Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.

  • Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.

  • Record - To remember or recall.

  • Document - To record or document.

  • Writings - A record written down. A book.

  • Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.

Name ideas examples

  • Ambition - It conveys the idea of having a strong desire to achieve something. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to strive for their goals and to never give up.

  • Determination - It conveys the idea of having a strong will and dedication to reach a certain goal. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to stay focused and never give up.

  • Memory - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to remember things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always remember the important things in life.

  • Record - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to record and document things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always document their experiences and achievements.

  • Writing - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to write and express oneself. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always express their thoughts and feelings.

源史- Motoshi -

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means "source, origin."

  • Origin - The source from which a stream of water flows

  • Search - To ask

  • Genji - A reference to the Genji clan.

Name ideas examples

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the beginning of something new and special.

  • Search - This kanji that symbolizes the search for knowledge and understanding.

  • Genji - This kanji that symbolizes the strength and courage of the Genji clan.

means "history, chronicle, annals."

  • Record Keeper - A record keeper is someone who is responsible for keeping records.

  • Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.

  • History Book - A history book is a book that records historical events.

Name ideas examples

  • Record - Record is a noun that means to keep a written or other record of something. It can be used to symbolize the importance of keeping records and remembering the past.

  • Writing - Writing is a noun that means the act of recording information. It can be used to symbolize the importance of communication and expressing oneself.

  • History - History is a noun that means the study of past events. It can be used to symbolize the importance of learning from the past.

もとし- Motoshi -

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Hiragana and katakana, which are phonetic but without inherent meaning.

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