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Mocchan(もっちゃん)
Takkun(たっくん)
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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 "Mototaka," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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.
Counting Word - A word used to count items such as lanterns or graves.
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.
孝 means "filial piety, respect for parents and ancestors."
Respect And Serve Parents - Showing respect and devotion to one's parents.
Respect Ancestors - Showing respect and honoring one's ancestors.
Mourning - Wearing mourning clothes and observing mourning rituals.
Respect - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to show respect and honor to their parents and ancestors.
Devotion - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be devoted and loyal to their parents and ancestors.
Obedience - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be obedient and follow the teachings of their parents and ancestors.
意 means "meaning, intention, idea."
Heart - A feeling of deep emotion or strong affection.
Thought - A mental process of considering or reasoning about something.
Intention - A plan or purpose to do something.
Meaning - The significance or importance of something.
Interpretation - The act of understanding or explaining the meaning of something.
Consideration - The act of carefully thinking about something.
Heart - This kanji that conveys a feeling of deep love and affection.
Thought - This kanji that reflects a thoughtful and intelligent individual.
Intention - This kanji that symbolizes a purposeful and determined individual.
Meaning - This kanji that carries a special significance or importance.
Interpretation - This kanji that reflects an understanding and insightful individual.
Consideration - This kanji that symbolizes a thoughtful and considerate individual.
高 means "high, tall."
High - Used to describe physical height, position, status, or rank.
Excellent - Used to describe a high grade or level.
Famous - Used to describe someone or something that is well-known.
Increase - Used to describe something that is rising or becoming higher.
Respect - Used to show respect for someone's actions or words.
Arrogant - Used to describe someone who is overly proud or haughty.
Amount - Used to describe a quantity or degree.
High - To symbolize a high status or rank in life.
Excellent - To symbolize a high level of excellence.
Famous - To symbolize a desire for the baby to become well-known.
Increase - To symbolize a desire for the baby to grow and become greater.
Respect - To symbolize a desire for the baby to be respected by others.
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.
Counting Word - A word used to count items such as lanterns or graves.
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.
隆 means "prosperity, high, noble."
Prosperous, Vigorous - Having a strong energy or momentum.
High - Symbolizing a high status or rank in life.
Prosperous - Symbolizing a life of abundance and success.
Noble - Symbolizing a life of honor and respect.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
喬 means "tall, high, noble."
Tall - Refers to the height of objects such as trees and mountains.
Proud - Refers to having a sense of pride and arrogance.
Tall - It implies that the child will grow to be tall and strong.
Proud - It implies that the child will be proud and confident.
Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and refined.
Majestic - It implies that the child will be regal and majestic.
Grand - It implies that the child will be grand and impressive.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
孝 means "filial piety, respect for parents and ancestors."
Respect And Serve Parents - Showing respect and devotion to one's parents.
Respect Ancestors - Showing respect and honoring one's ancestors.
Mourning - Wearing mourning clothes and observing mourning rituals.
Respect - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to show respect and honor to their parents and ancestors.
Devotion - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be devoted and loyal to their parents and ancestors.
Obedience - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be obedient and follow the teachings of their parents and ancestors.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
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.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
峻 means "steep, towering, high."
High - Having a great height or altitude.
Big - Having a large size or amount.
Steep - Having a sharp incline or angle.
Stately - Having a dignified or impressive appearance.
Severe - Having a harsh or strict attitude.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
崇 means "adoration, worship, reverence."
High - To be high or tall, like a mountain.
Adore - To revere or worship.
Respect - To show respect or reverence.
Revere - To hold in high esteem or honor.
End - To finish or conclude.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
嵩 means "bulk, volume, height."
High - Used to describe a mountain that is tall and majestic.
Name Of A Mountain - Used in the name of a mountain, such as "Souzan".
Volume - Used to describe the volume or capacity of something.
Increase - Used to describe something that is growing or increasing in size.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
敬 means "respect, honor, reverence."
Respect, Honor - Showing respect and admiration for someone or something.
Reverence - A feeling of deep respect and admiration for someone or something.
Humility - Being humble and modest in attitude and behavior.
Graciousness - Being polite and courteous in manner.
Respect - Showing respect and admiration for others and the world around them.
Reverence - A feeling of deep respect and admiration for life and all its wonders.
Humility - Being humble and modest in attitude and behavior, and recognizing one’s own limitations.
Graciousness - Being polite and courteous in manner, and treating others with kindness and consideration.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
貴 means "precious, valuable, honorable."
Precious - Highly valued and respected.
Noble - Of high rank or status.
Esteemed - Showing respect and admiration.
Revered - Held in high esteem and admiration.
Precious - This kanji that conveys the idea of being highly valued and cherished.
Noble - This kanji that conveys the idea of being of high rank or status.
Esteemed - This kanji that conveys the idea of being respected and admired.
Revered - This kanji that conveys the idea of being held in high esteem and admiration.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
隆 means "prosperity, high, noble."
Prosperous, Vigorous - Having a strong energy or momentum.
High - Symbolizing a high status or rank in life.
Prosperous - Symbolizing a life of abundance and success.
Noble - Symbolizing a life of honor and respect.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
高 means "high, tall."
High - Used to describe physical height, position, status, or rank.
Excellent - Used to describe a high grade or level.
Famous - Used to describe someone or something that is well-known.
Increase - Used to describe something that is rising or becoming higher.
Respect - Used to show respect for someone's actions or words.
Arrogant - Used to describe someone who is overly proud or haughty.
Amount - Used to describe a quantity or degree.
High - To symbolize a high status or rank in life.
Excellent - To symbolize a high level of excellence.
Famous - To symbolize a desire for the baby to become well-known.
Increase - To symbolize a desire for the baby to grow and become greater.
Respect - To symbolize a desire for the baby to be respected by others.
大 means "big, large, great."
Big - Large in size, degree, or amount.
Excellent - Outstanding or of superior quality.
Greatly - To a great extent.
Arrogant - Having an attitude of superiority or haughtiness.
Approximately - Generally or roughly.
Respectful - Showing respect or reverence for someone or something.
Grand - Of great size, scope, or extent.
Big - To suggest that the baby will grow to be strong and powerful.
Excellent - To suggest that the baby will be of superior quality and have great potential.
Respectful - To suggest that the baby will be respectful and reverent towards others.
Grand - To suggest that the baby will have a great impact on the world.
生 means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."
To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.
To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.
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.
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.
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