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Japanese unisex nameShoumu
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  • Gender:Unisex
  • Hiraganatip:しょうむ
  • Katakanatip:ショウム
  • English transcriptionstip:Shoumu, Shomu, Syomu, Syoumu, Shōmu

The 45th emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. He was enthroned in 724 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 "Shoumu."

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聖武天皇- Shoumu -

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means "holy, sacred."

Name ideas examples

  • Sacred - It implies that the child is special and has a spiritual connection to something greater than themselves.

  • Wise - It implies intelligence and knowledge, which are important qualities for a child to have.

  • Intelligent - It implies that the child is capable of understanding and learning.

  • Noble - It implies that the child is of high status and has a strong sense of honor and integrity.

  • Pure - It implies that the child is innocent and untainted by the world.

means "warrior, military, martial arts."

  • Strong And Fierce - Refers to strength and courage.

  • War - Refers to battle, warfare, and conflict.

  • Warrior - Refers to a strong person, a soldier, or a fighter.

  • Trace - Refers to the footprints of a predecessor or the legacy of a past endeavor.

  • To Succeed - Refers to taking up the mantle of a predecessor.

  • Unit Of Measurement - Refers to half the length of a step.

Name ideas examples

  • Strength - Refers to courage and fortitude.

  • Warrior - Refers to a strong and brave person.

  • Legacy - Refers to the passing down of a tradition or a family name.

means "heaven, sky, imperial, celestial."

  • Rain, Sky, Universe - The ruler of all things, the laws of nature, and the place where gods and Buddhas reside.

  • Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.

  • Emperor, King - One who has been given the mandate of Heaven.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - The state of the sky or the atmosphere.

Name ideas examples

  • Rain, Sky - Representing the vastness of the universe and the beauty of nature.

  • Birthright - Representing the natural gifts and talents that a child is born with.

  • Emperor, King - Representing the power and authority of a leader.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - Representing the ever-changing nature of life.

means "emperor, sovereign, monarch."

  • King - A male ruler of a country or state.

  • Emperor - A sovereign ruler of an empire.

  • Monarch - A hereditary ruler of a country or state.

  • Celestial Emperor - A divine ruler of the heavens.

  • Hurried - Moving or acting quickly.

  • Hectic - Characterized by intense activity or busyness.

  • Busy - Engaged in activity

Name ideas examples

  • For Naming a Baby:

  • King - A strong and noble name for a baby boy, symbolizing power and authority.

  • Emperor - A regal name for a baby boy, symbolizing strength and leadership.

  • Monarch - A dignified name for a baby boy, symbolizing royalty and tradition.

  • Celestial Emperor - A divine name for a baby boy, symbolizing divine power and protection.

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