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Otochan(おとちゃん)Michan( みちゃん)
Otomichan( おとみちゃん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. See the boys' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: Otomi
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 "Otomi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
実 means "fruit, reality, truth, actuality."
Fruit, Seed Of A Plant - Refers to the fruit or seed of a plant.
Abundance - Refers to being full or abundant.
Truth - Refers to truthfulness or sincerity.
Sincerity - Refers to being genuine or honest.
音 means "sound, noise."
Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.
Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.
Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.
News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.
Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.
実 means "fruit, reality, truth, actuality."
Fruit, Seed Of A Plant - Refers to the fruit or seed of a plant.
Abundance - Refers to being full or abundant.
Truth - Refers to truthfulness or sincerity.
Sincerity - Refers to being genuine or honest.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
未 means "not yet, un-, non-."
Not Yet - This kanji is used to express that something has not yet happened or been done.
Sheep - The eighth of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals.
Direction - South-southwest.
Time - 2pm and two hours before and after.
Unborn, Not Yet Born - It symbolizes the potential and hope of a new life.
Not Yet Done, Not Yet Accomplished - It symbolizes the potential and promise of a future full of possibilities.
Sheep - It symbolizes innocence, gentleness, and kindness.
Eighth Of The Twelve Animals Of The Chinese Zodiac - It symbolizes the potential for success and good fortune.
South Southwest - It symbolizes the potential for a journey of exploration and discovery.
Two O'Clock In The Afternoon And The Two Hours Before And After - It symbolizes the potential for a life of balance and harmony.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
美 means "beauty, beautiful, pretty."
Beautiful - Having a pleasing appearance or attractive qualities.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Delicious - Having a pleasant, enjoyable taste.
Praiseworthy - Deserving of praise or admiration.
Beautiful - Suggesting a life of grace and elegance.
Splendid - Suggesting a life of grandeur and excellence.
Admirable - Suggesting a life of honor and respect.
Delicious - Suggesting a life full of joy and pleasure.
Praiseworthy - Suggesting a life of distinction and admiration.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
見 means "see, look at."
To See - To be able to see with one's eyes.
To Meet - To come into contact with someone. To have an audience with someone.
To Appear - To show oneself. To manifest. To go out into the world. To come out into the open.
In Sight - In front of one's eyes.
Present - Now.
To See - To be able to see with one's eyes, symbolizing the hope that the baby will have a bright future.
To Meet - To come into contact with someone, symbolizing the hope that the baby will have many meaningful relationships in life.
To Appear - To show oneself, symbolizing the hope that the baby will be confident and brave.
In Sight - In front of one's eyes, symbolizing the hope that the baby will always be close to the parents.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
観 means "view, perspective, outlook."
To See - To look closely and carefully. To have a broad view.
To Show - To show to people.
Appearance - The way something looks.
Perspective - The way of looking at or thinking about something. Consciousness.
Temple - A temple of Taoism.
To See - To look at the world with optimism and hope.
To Show - To show the world the beauty of life.
Appearance - To have a beautiful and attractive appearance.
Perspective - To have a positive outlook on life.
Temple - To have a spiritual and peaceful life.
乙 means "second, latter, duplicate."
Refined Or Stylish - A representation of something that is refined or stylish.
Second - Second of the Ten Celestial Stems. Second in rank or order.
Wood - Element of Wood in the Five Elements.
East - East in the eight directions.
Second In Rank Or Position - It implies that the child is special and has achieved a high level of success.
Second Of The Ten Heavenly Stems - It implies that the child is blessed with good fortune and will have a prosperous life.
Wood In The Five Elements - It implies that the child will be strong and resilient, and will have a long life.
East In The Eight Directions - It implies that the child will be blessed with good luck and will have a successful life.
Refined And Elegant - It implies that the child will be graceful and have a good sense of style.
魅 means "charm, fascination, attraction."
Specter - A mysterious object.
Apparition - A monster or supernatural creature.
Youkai - A supernatural creature.
Enchanting - To captivate or enchant someone.
Precious - A precious stone, symbolizing the value of the baby.
Enchanting - To captivate or enchant someone, symbolizing the beauty of the baby.
Mysterious - A mysterious object, symbolizing the unknown potential of the baby.
音 means "sound, noise."
Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.
Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.
Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.
News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.
Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.
心 means "heart, mind, spirit."
Heart - An organ that circulates blood.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
音 means "sound, noise."
Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.
Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.
Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.
News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.
Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
音 means "sound, noise."
Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.
Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.
Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.
News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.
Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.
美 means "beauty, beautiful, pretty."
Beautiful - Having a pleasing appearance or attractive qualities.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Delicious - Having a pleasant, enjoyable taste.
Praiseworthy - Deserving of praise or admiration.
Beautiful - Suggesting a life of grace and elegance.
Splendid - Suggesting a life of grandeur and excellence.
Admirable - Suggesting a life of honor and respect.
Delicious - Suggesting a life full of joy and pleasure.
Praiseworthy - Suggesting a life of distinction and admiration.
音 means "sound, noise."
Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.
Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.
Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.
News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.
Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.
見 means "see, look at."
To See - To be able to see with one's eyes.
To Meet - To come into contact with someone. To have an audience with someone.
To Appear - To show oneself. To manifest. To go out into the world. To come out into the open.
In Sight - In front of one's eyes.
Present - Now.
To See - To be able to see with one's eyes, symbolizing the hope that the baby will have a bright future.
To Meet - To come into contact with someone, symbolizing the hope that the baby will have many meaningful relationships in life.
To Appear - To show oneself, symbolizing the hope that the baby will be confident and brave.
In Sight - In front of one's eyes, symbolizing the hope that the baby will always be close to the parents.
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