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Japanese unisex nameRichuu
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  • Gender:Unisex
  • Hiraganatip:りちゅう
  • Katakanatip:リチュウ
  • English Syllablestip:ri-chuu (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ri-chu-u (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Richuu, Richyuu, Richu, Richyu, Richū

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

The 17th emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. He was enthroned in 400 CE.

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 "Richuu."

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履中天皇- Richuu -

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means "footwear, tread, practice."

Name ideas examples

  • Footwear - Feet represent the journey, progress, and the steps that carry us forward. May your child's feet carry them on wonderful journeys, always moving forward.

  • Tread - Tread - To walk on; to step - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of tread throughout life.

  • Practice - Practicing represents dedication, improvement through repetition, and mastery. May your child practice until excellence becomes natural.

  • Executing, Experiencing - Executing/Experiencing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in executing/experiencing with purpose and skill.

  • Experience - Experience - To go through; to live through - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of experience throughout life.

  • Stepping - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Territory, Realm - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.

means "middle, center, halfway."

Name ideas examples

  • Middle - Middle represents moderation, balance, and the golden mean between extremes. May your child find the golden middle path, avoiding extremes with wisdom.

  • Center - The center represents balance, stability, and being at the heart of things. May your child find their center, balanced and stable at the heart of their world.

  • Halfway - Halfway - In the middle of progress; ongoing - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of halfway throughout life.

  • Between - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Hit - Hitting represents impact, reaching goals, and achieving targets. May your child hit their marks and achieve their worthy goals.

  • Inside, Interior - Inside represents inner life, depth, and the treasures hidden within. May your child cultivate a rich inner life, full of hidden treasures.

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

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

  • Whole - Whole - The entire period or range - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of whole throughout life.

  • China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.

means "sky, ruler of the universe, nature."

Name ideas examples

  • Sky - In Japan, the sky (天) symbolizes limitless potential, divine protection, and aspirations beyond earthly bounds. May your child reach for the heavens with boundless ambition, while remaining grounded in humility.

  • Ruler of the Universe - The supreme ruler represents ultimate authority, wisdom, and the ordering of all things. May your child order their life with supreme wisdom, governing themselves before governing others.

  • Nature - Nature represents the inherent order of things, authenticity, and the wisdom of the natural world. May your child live in harmony with nature, true to their authentic self.

  • Birthright - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.

  • Emperor - An emperor holds supreme responsibility for the welfare of many. May your child rise to meet great responsibilities with wisdom.

  • Gods - Gods - Deities; also, the realm where they dwell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gods throughout life.

  • Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.

  • Weather - Weather patterns reflect the natural order and the acceptance of life's changing seasons. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding meaning in sunshine and storm alike.

means "emperor, imperial, heaven."

Name ideas examples

  • Emperor - An emperor holds supreme responsibility for the welfare of many. May your child rise to meet great responsibilities with wisdom.

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

  • Heaven - Heaven represents the celestial realm where ancestors watch over the living, and the source of all blessings. May your child live under heaven's protection, guided by ancestral wisdom and divine grace.

  • Busy - Busy - Engaged in activity

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

  • Hurried - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • King - A king must balance power with wisdom and service to their people. May your child lead wisely wherever life calls them to serve.

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