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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameNikou
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:にこう
  • Katakanatip:ニコウ
  • English transcriptionstip:Nikou, Nikoh, Niko, Nikō
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Nikochan(にこちゃん)Click to speech にこちゃんNikoniko( にこにこ)Click to speech  にこにこNikko( にっこ)Click to speech  にっこ

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese boy(male) nameSee the boys' version here.

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Nikou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.

  • Person - An individual human being.

  • Fruit - The seed of a fruit.

Name ideas examples

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.

means "river."

  • River - A large river, especially in southern China.

  • Inlet - An inlet of water, such as a sea or lake, that enters into land.

Name ideas examples

  • River - A strong and powerful name that symbolizes the strength and power of a river.

  • Inlet - A peaceful and calming name that symbolizes the tranquility of an inlet.

means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.

  • Person - An individual human being.

  • Fruit - The seed of a fruit.

Name ideas examples

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.

means "crimson, deep red."

  • Red - A bright, vivid red color.

  • Pigment - A red pigment used in cosmetics.

  • Woman - A woman, especially one with a single red feature.

  • Silk - Red silk fabric.

Name ideas examples

  • Red - Symbolizing passion, energy, and life.

  • Pigment - Representing beauty and creativity.

  • Woman - Representing strength and resilience.

  • Silk - Representing elegance and grace.

仁香愛- Nikou -

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means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.

  • Person - An individual human being.

  • Fruit - The seed of a fruit.

Name ideas examples

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.

means "fragrance, aroma, scent."

Name ideas examples

  • Fragrance, Scent, Aroma - This kanji that evokes a pleasant smell, such as a flower or a spice.

  • Appealing - This kanji that suggests something attractive, such as a beautiful flower or a melodious sound.

means "love, affection, fondness."

  • To Love - To feel deep affection and care for someone or something.

  • To Cherish - To hold someone or something in high regard and treat them with great care.

  • To Adore - To feel great admiration and fondness for someone or something.

  • To Be Fond Of - To have a strong liking for someone or something.

  • To Be Devoted To - To be dedicated and loyal to someone or something.

Name ideas examples

  • Love - To express the deep love and affection that parents have for their child.

  • Cherish - To emphasize the importance of cherishing and protecting the child.

  • Adore - To express the admiration and fondness that parents have for their child.

  • Devotion - To express the dedication and loyalty that parents have for their child.

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