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Japanese boy(male) nameOtono
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:おとの
  • Katakanatip:オトノ
  • English Syllablestip:o-to-no (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:o-to-no (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Otono
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Otochan(おとちゃん)Click to speech おとちゃんTotokun( ととくん)Click to speech  ととくんOtokun( おとくん)Click to speech  おとくん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Otono."

Introduction to how Japanese names work

御殿- Otono -

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means "honorific, polite, to govern."

  • Polite - A word expressing courtesy toward things or actions.

  • To Attend - To serve at the emperor's side.

  • To Control - To handle horses or carriages; also, the person who does so.

  • Express - To express respect towards someone or something.

  • Imperial - A word showing respect for the emperor's actions or possessions.

  • Rule - To rule, stabilize, or govern.

  • Serve - To serve the emperor or other rulers.

Name ideas examples

  • Polite - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.

  • To Attend - The act of attend represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child attend with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Control - The act of control represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child control with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Express - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.

  • Imperial - Being imperial represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be imperial, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Rule - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.

  • Serve - Serving represents dedication, contribution, and putting others first. May your child serve others with a joyful heart.

殿 means "palace, lord, honorific suffix."

  • Palace - A Large Building; the residence of emperors and nobles.

  • Lord - An honorific for masters and nobles.

  • Honorific Suffix - A word attached to names to show respect.

  • Rear Guard - The unit that defends against pursuit when an army retreats.

  • Title of Respect - A title of respect used for a lord or noble person.

Name ideas examples

  • Palace - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

  • Lord - A lord bears responsibility for those under their care. May your child accept responsibility and care for those who depend on them.

  • Honorific Suffix - Honor is the sacred duty to uphold one's name, family, and moral principles. May your child live with honor, upholding their name and principles in all they do.

  • Rear Guard - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.

  • Title of Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.

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