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Japanese unisex nameShoutoku
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  • Gender:Unisex
  • Hiraganatip:しょうとく
  • Katakanatip:ショウトク
  • English transcriptionstip:Shoutoku, Shotoku, Syoutoku, Syotoku, Shōtoku

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

The 48th emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. Female emperor. She was enthroned in 764 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 "Shoutoku."

Introduction to how Japanese names work

称徳天皇- Shoutoku -

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means "title, name, designation."

  • Praise, Honor - To praise or honor someone.

  • Recite, Name - To recite or name something.

  • Measure - To measure the amount or weight of something.

  • Balance - A tool used to measure weight.

  • Fit - To fit or be compatible with something.

Name ideas examples

  • Praise, Honor - To give a name that conveys praise or honor.

  • Recite, Name - To give a name that is easy to recite or remember.

  • Balance - To give a name that conveys balance or harmony.

  • Fit - To give a name that fits the family or culture.

means "virtue, morality, goodness."

  • Morality - A person's character or behavior that is morally excellent.

  • Gratitude - Feeling thankful and appreciative.

  • Profit - Gain or advantage, usually financial.

Name ideas examples

  • Morality - This kanji that conveys a sense of moral excellence and uprightness.

  • Gratitude - This kanji that conveys a sense of thankfulness and appreciation.

  • Profit - This kanji that conveys a sense of gain or advantage.

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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