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Tsuchan(つっちゃん)
Toto( とと)
Tutekun( つてくん)![]()
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 "Tsuteto," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
伝 means "transmission, conveyance, communication."
To Pass On, Transmit, Convey - To communicate or impart information, knowledge, or a message to someone else.
To Bequeath, Hand Down - To give or pass on something to someone else, especially through inheritance.
Biography, Autobiography - A written account of a person's life.
Courier, Messenger - A person or vehicle that delivers messages or goods from one place to another.
Commentary, Annotations - Explanatory notes or comments on a text.
Tradition, Legend - A story or belief that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Rely On, Trust - To have confidence in someone or something.
To Pass On - To pass on knowledge, wisdom, and traditions from one generation to the next.
To Convey - To communicate or express a message, feeling, or idea.
To Impart - To give or bestow something, such as knowledge or skills, to another.
To Transmit - To send or convey something from one place to another.
To Perpetuate - To keep something alive or in existence for a long time.
To Chronicle - To record or document the events of a person's life.
To Propagate - To spread or disseminate something widely.
To Entrust - To give someone the responsibility of taking care of something.
人 means "person, human."
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
伝 means "transmission, conveyance, communication."
To Pass On, Transmit, Convey - To communicate or impart information, knowledge, or a message to someone else.
To Bequeath, Hand Down - To give or pass on something to someone else, especially through inheritance.
Biography, Autobiography - A written account of a person's life.
Courier, Messenger - A person or vehicle that delivers messages or goods from one place to another.
Commentary, Annotations - Explanatory notes or comments on a text.
Tradition, Legend - A story or belief that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Rely On, Trust - To have confidence in someone or something.
To Pass On - To pass on knowledge, wisdom, and traditions from one generation to the next.
To Convey - To communicate or express a message, feeling, or idea.
To Impart - To give or bestow something, such as knowledge or skills, to another.
To Transmit - To send or convey something from one place to another.
To Perpetuate - To keep something alive or in existence for a long time.
To Chronicle - To record or document the events of a person's life.
To Propagate - To spread or disseminate something widely.
To Entrust - To give someone the responsibility of taking care of something.
斗 means "measuring container, dipper, ladle."
Ladle - Tool used to scoop up water or alcohol.
Measurement of liquid or grain. 1斗(itto) is equal to approximately 18 liters.
Name of a constellation. Southern Dipper and Northern Dipper.
Small, few, or scanty.
Suddenly or abruptly.
Tool - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a tool for the family to use to build a better future.
Measurement - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a measure of the family's love and joy.
Constellation - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a star in the family's sky.
Small - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being small and precious.
伝 means "transmission, conveyance, communication."
To Pass On, Transmit, Convey - To communicate or impart information, knowledge, or a message to someone else.
To Bequeath, Hand Down - To give or pass on something to someone else, especially through inheritance.
Biography, Autobiography - A written account of a person's life.
Courier, Messenger - A person or vehicle that delivers messages or goods from one place to another.
Commentary, Annotations - Explanatory notes or comments on a text.
Tradition, Legend - A story or belief that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Rely On, Trust - To have confidence in someone or something.
To Pass On - To pass on knowledge, wisdom, and traditions from one generation to the next.
To Convey - To communicate or express a message, feeling, or idea.
To Impart - To give or bestow something, such as knowledge or skills, to another.
To Transmit - To send or convey something from one place to another.
To Perpetuate - To keep something alive or in existence for a long time.
To Chronicle - To record or document the events of a person's life.
To Propagate - To spread or disseminate something widely.
To Entrust - To give someone the responsibility of taking care of something.
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.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
Households
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