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Motochan(もとちゃん)Yocchan( よっちゃん)
Mochan( もちゃん)
This name is also used as a surname: Motoyoshi
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 "Motoyoshi," 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.
幹 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.
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.
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.
吉 means "good luck, fortune, auspiciousness."
Good - Indicating a favorable outcome or a positive attitude.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment or sound thinking.
Excellent - Of the highest quality, outstanding.
Respectable - Deserving of respect, honorable.
Fortunate - Having good luck, blessed.
Auspicious - Giving the promise of success, propitious.
Good - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is suitable for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of hope and optimism for the future.
Wise - This is a meaningful and powerful meaning that is suitable for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Outstanding - This is a strong and impressive meaning that is suitable for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of excellence and distinction.
Splendid - This is a beautiful and noble meaning that is suitable for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of grandeur and magnificence.
Fortunate - This is a fortunate and auspicious meaning that is suitable for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of luck and good fortune.
Auspicious - This is a positive and encouraging meaning that is suitable for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of hope and good luck.
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.
義 means "justice, righteousness, morality."
Righteousness - Doing what is right as a person. Acting in accordance with moral principles.
Meaning - Having a purpose or significance.
Translation - Expressing the same idea in another language.
Correct - Acting in accordance with the truth or facts.
Good - Acting in a way that is beneficial or desirable.
Appropriate - Suitable for a particular situation or purpose.
Adoptive - Treating something as a family member even though there is no blood relation. For example
Righteousness - Choosing a name that reflects a moral principle or value.
Meaning - Choosing a name that has a special significance or purpose.
Good - Choosing a name that is beneficial or desirable.
Appropriate - Choosing a name that is suitable for the baby's situation or purpose.
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.
佳 means "excellent, beautiful, good."
Good - Having desirable or positive qualities
Beautiful - Having qualities of beauty
Splendid - Very impressive
Excellent - Of the highest quality
Wonderful - Extraordinary
Good - Conveying a sense of being kind, generous, and honorable.
Beautiful - Conveying a sense of being attractive, graceful, and elegant.
Splendid - Conveying a sense of being grand, impressive, and admirable.
Excellent - Conveying a sense of being outstanding, remarkable, and admirable.
Wonderful - Conveying a sense of being extraordinary, marvelous, and remarkable.
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.
善 means "good, virtuous, kind."
Fortunate, Prosperous - Having good luck or success.
Respectable, Noble - Having a high status or being honorable.
Admirable, Praiseworthy - Deserving of admiration or respect.
Kind, Considerate - Showing kindness and thoughtfulness.
Harmonious, Friendly - Being in harmony or having a friendly relationship.
Good - Having a high quality or being admirable.
Fortunate - Having good luck or success.
Respectable - Having a high status or being honorable.
Admirable - Deserving of admiration or respect.
Kind - Showing kindness and thoughtfulness.
Harmonious - Being in harmony or having a friendly relationship.
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.
喜 means "joy, rejoice, pleasure."
Preference - To like, to prefer, to enjoy.
Celebration - To be festive, to celebrate.
Joy, Happiness - To bring joy and happiness to the family, to bring a sense of delight and contentment.
Preference - To show a preference for the family, to express a fondness for the family.
Celebration - To commemorate a special occasion, to mark a joyous event.
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.
嘉 means "praise, auspicious, excellent."
Good - Having a positive quality or being of a high standard.
Excellent - Having a very high quality or being of an exceptionally high standard.
Splendid - Impressive and grand in appearance.
Fortunate - Having good luck or being blessed with good fortune.
Praise - To express admiration or approval of someone or something.
Good - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of hope and optimism for the future. It is a great choice for a baby's name as it encourages them to strive for excellence and to always strive to do their best.
Excellent - This is a strong and powerful meaning that conveys a sense of excellence and greatness. It is a great choice for a baby's name as it encourages them to strive for excellence and to always strive to do their best.
Splendid - This is a beautiful and majestic meaning that conveys a sense of grandeur and magnificence. It is a great choice for a baby's name as it encourages them to strive for excellence and to always strive to do their best.
Praise - This is a meaningful and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of admiration and respect. It is a great choice for a baby's name as it encourages them to strive for excellence and to always strive to do their best.
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.
好 means "like, fond of, prefer."
Good, Favorable, Desirable - Refers to something that is of high quality or has a positive connotation.
Excellent, Superior - Refers to something that is of a higher quality than average.
Close, Intimate - Refers to a relationship that is close and friendly.
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.
淑 means "graceful, refined, gentle."
Good - Refers to having a positive quality or being virtuous.
Refined - Having a high degree of sophistication and elegance.
Kind - Having a gentle and considerate nature.
Dignified - Having a sense of honor and respectability.
Pure - Being free from impurities or contamination.
Serene - Having a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.
Beautiful - Having a pleasing and attractive appearance.
Improve - To make better or more acceptable.
Approve - To express approval or agreement.
Admire - To regard with respect and admiration.
Good - This kanji conveys a sense of goodness and virtue, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name.
Refined - The kanji also suggests a sense of refinement and elegance, making it a great choice for a baby's name.
Pure - The kanji also implies a sense of purity and innocence, making it a great choice for a baby's name.
Beautiful - The kanji also implies a sense of beauty and grace, making it a great choice for a baby's name.
Respectful - The kanji also implies a sense of respect and admiration, making it a great choice for a baby's name.
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.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
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.
美 means "beauty, beautiful, pretty."
Beautiful - Having a pleasing appearance or attractive qualities.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Delicious - Having a pleasant, enjoyable taste.
Praiseworthy - Deserving of praise or admiration.
Beautiful - Suggesting a life of grace and elegance.
Splendid - Suggesting a life of grandeur and excellence.
Admirable - Suggesting a life of honor and respect.
Delicious - Suggesting a life full of joy and pleasure.
Praiseworthy - Suggesting a life of distinction 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.
義 means "justice, righteousness, morality."
Righteousness - Doing what is right as a person. Acting in accordance with moral principles.
Meaning - Having a purpose or significance.
Translation - Expressing the same idea in another language.
Correct - Acting in accordance with the truth or facts.
Good - Acting in a way that is beneficial or desirable.
Appropriate - Suitable for a particular situation or purpose.
Adoptive - Treating something as a family member even though there is no blood relation. For example
Righteousness - Choosing a name that reflects a moral principle or value.
Meaning - Choosing a name that has a special significance or purpose.
Good - Choosing a name that is beneficial or desirable.
Appropriate - Choosing a name that is suitable for the baby's situation or purpose.
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.
良 means "good, excellent, fine."
Good, Excellent - Having a high quality or being superior in some way.
Victorious - Winning or having success.
Fortunate, Prosperous - Being wealthy or having good luck.
Husband, Groom - A man who is married or about to be married.
Slightly, Moderately - Being slightly or moderately.
Wise, Exceptional Person - A person who is wise or has exceptional qualities.
Exceptional Horse - A horse that is superior in some way.
Good, Excellent, Superior - Positive and uplifting qualities that are desirable for a baby.
Obedient, Calm, Peaceful, Quiet, Docile - Qualities that are desirable for a baby to have in order to be well-behaved and respectful.
Truly, Sincerely, Really, Certainly - Qualities that are desirable for a baby to have in order to be honest and sincere.
Wise Person, Outstanding Person, Outstanding Horse - Qualities that are desirable for a baby to have in order to be wise and outstanding.
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.
都 means "city, capital."
Big Town - Refers to a large city, such as Tokyo, which is the capital of Japan.
Emperor's Palace - Refers to the palace of the Emperor of Japan.
To Rule - Refers to the act of governing or ruling over a group of people or a country.
Elegant - Refers to a graceful and refined manner or style.
Graceful And Beautiful - Refers to a graceful and beautiful appearance or manner.
To Gather - Refers to the act of coming together in a group or gathering.
To Collect - Refers to the act of gathering or collecting items.
Everything - Refers to all things or all people.
Everyone - Refers to all people or everyone.
Grand City - This kanji implies a sense of grandeur and majesty, and could be a great choice for a baby born in a large city.
Imperial Palace - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in a city with an imperial palace, as it implies a sense of royalty and power.
Tokyo - This kanji could be a great choice for a baby born in Tokyo, as it is the abbreviation of the city.
Govern - This kanji implies a sense of leadership and authority, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a position of power.
Elegant - This kanji implies a sense of grace and beauty, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a family of high social standing.
Gather - This kanji implies a sense of unity and togetherness, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.
All - This kanji implies a sense of completeness and universality, and could be a great choice for a baby born into a large family.
朔 means "new moon, beginning of the lunar month."
First - The first day of the month in the lunar calendar. The first day.
Calendar - The calendar given by the emperor to the vassal states.
North - North direction.
First Day - It symbolizes the beginning of something new and special. It also reflects the idea of starting fresh and having a new beginning.
North - It symbolizes direction and guidance. It also reflects the idea of having a strong sense of direction and purpose in life.
Calendar - It symbolizes time and order. It also reflects the idea of having a sense of structure and organization in life.
Emperor's Calendar - It symbolizes power and authority. It also reflects the idea of having a strong sense of leadership and responsibility in life.
慶 means "celebration, joy, happiness."
Celebrate (to show joy and happiness) - To express joy and happiness in a festive way.
Joy (happiness) - A feeling of great pleasure and delight.
Fortune (good luck) - A fortunate or prosperous state of affairs.
源 means "source, origin."
Origin - The source from which a stream of water flows
Search - To ask
Genji - A reference to the Genji clan.
寿 means "longevity, congratulations, auspiciousness."
Age - The number of years a person has lived.
Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.
素 means "plain, unadorned, simple."
Pure, Unadulterated - Without anything added
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.
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.
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