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Motochan(もとちゃん)
Totokun( ととくん)
Mokkun( もっくん)![]()
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 "Mototoshi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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.
敏 means "徳、virtue, morality."
Quick - Moving quickly and agilely.
Intelligent - Having a sharp and active mind.
Quick - This kanji that implies the baby is quick and agile.
Intelligent - This kanji that implies the baby is smart and has a sharp mind.
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.
載 means "to carry, to load, to publish, to record."
To Ride. To Carry On A Boat Or Car. - It conveys the idea of embarking on a journey or adventure.
To Place. To Set Up. To Put On. - It conveys the idea of establishing a foundation for the future.
To Record.To Write. To Record. - It conveys the idea of leaving a lasting legacy.
To Accomplish. To Perform. To Execute. - It conveys the idea of achieving great things.
Work. Business. Duty. - It conveys the idea of taking on responsibility and striving for success.
Beginning. First Time. To Start. - It conveys the idea of embarking on a new journey.
Again. - It conveys the idea of perseverance and resilience.
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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.
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.
季 means "season, period, time."
Season - Each of the four seasons (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) is divided into three months.
End Of A Season - The last month of each of the four seasons.
Youngest Sibling - The youngest of a group of siblings, usually referred to as "伯・仲・叔・季" in order of age.
Season - This kanji is often used to refer to the four seasons of the year, spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will grow up in a season of joy and happiness.
End Of An Era - This kanji can also be used to refer to the end of an era or period of time. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will bring a new beginning and a fresh start.
Youngest Sibling - This kanji can also be used to refer to the youngest sibling in a family. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will be the youngest and most beloved member of the family.
Last Month Of The Year - This kanji can also be used to refer to the last month of the year. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will bring a new year of joy and happiness.
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.
利 means "profit, benefit, advantage."
Intelligent, Wise - Working well
Sharp - Symbolizing a sharp and keen mind.
Good - Representing a good and favorable life.
Establish - Signifying the establishment of a successful future.
Intelligent - Representing an intelligent and wise life.
Effective - Symbolizing an effective and efficient life.
Speak - Representing the power of speech.
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.
利 means "profit, benefit, advantage."
Intelligent, Wise - Working well
Sharp - Symbolizing a sharp and keen mind.
Good - Representing a good and favorable life.
Establish - Signifying the establishment of a successful future.
Intelligent - Representing an intelligent and wise life.
Effective - Symbolizing an effective and efficient life.
Speak - Representing the power of speech.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
Households
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