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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameTsuruo
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:つるお
  • Katakanatip:ツルオ
  • English transcriptionstip:Tsuruo
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Tsuruchan(つるちゃん)Click to speech つるちゃんTsururin( つるりん)Click to speech  つるりんOtsuru( おつる)Click to speech  おつる

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 5 variations

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 "Tsuruo," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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鶴央- Tsuruo -

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means "crane."

  • Crane - A bird of the crane family, with white feathers and long neck and legs.

  • Long Life - Often used as a metaphor for longevity.

  • White Color - A metaphor for the white color of the crane.

Name ideas examples

  • Longevity - The crane is a symbol of long life, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Purity - The white color of the crane symbolizes purity, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Strength - The crane is a symbol of strength and resilience, making it a suitable name for a baby.

means "center, middle, nucleus."

  • Middle, Center - Refers to the middle point or center of something.

  • End, Cease - Refers to the end or cessation of something.

  • Vividness - Refers to the vividness or clarity of something.

  • Harmony - Refers to the harmonious sound or balance of something.

Name ideas examples

  • Middle, Center - Refers to the idea of being the center of attention or the focus of the family.

  • End, Cease - Refers to the idea of bringing an end to suffering or hardship.

  • Vividness - Refers to the idea of being bright and full of life.

  • Harmony - Refers to the idea of bringing peace and balance to the family.

鶴生- Tsuruo -

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means "crane."

  • Crane - A bird of the crane family, with white feathers and long neck and legs.

  • Long Life - Often used as a metaphor for longevity.

  • White Color - A metaphor for the white color of the crane.

Name ideas examples

  • Longevity - The crane is a symbol of long life, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Purity - The white color of the crane symbolizes purity, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Strength - The crane is a symbol of strength and resilience, making it a suitable name for a baby.

means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."

  • To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.

  • To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.

  • To Give Birth - Give birth, born, produce, create, occur.

  • Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.

  • To Grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.

  • Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.

  • Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.

  • Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.

  • Student - Student, pupil, disciple.

Name ideas examples

  • Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.

  • Life - Representing the preciousness of life.

  • Living - Signifying the joy of living.

  • To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.

  • To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.

  • To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.

  • Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.

  • Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.

  • Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.

鶴緒- Tsuruo -

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means "crane."

  • Crane - A bird of the crane family, with white feathers and long neck and legs.

  • Long Life - Often used as a metaphor for longevity.

  • White Color - A metaphor for the white color of the crane.

Name ideas examples

  • Longevity - The crane is a symbol of long life, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Purity - The white color of the crane symbolizes purity, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Strength - The crane is a symbol of strength and resilience, making it a suitable name for a baby.

means "beginning, end, thread, cord, strap."

  • Beginning - The start or origin of something.

  • Thread - The end or tip of a thread.

  • Continuity - A connection or series of events.

  • Heart - A feeling or emotion.

  • Cord - A long, continuous thing.

Name ideas examples

  • Beginning - This kanji that symbolizes the start of a new life.

  • Thread - This kanji that symbolizes the connection between the baby and their family.

  • Continuity - This kanji that symbolizes the continuation of a family line.

  • Heart - This kanji that symbolizes the love and emotion of the family.

  • Cord - This kanji that symbolizes the bond between the baby and their family.

鶴音- Tsuruo -

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means "crane."

  • Crane - A bird of the crane family, with white feathers and long neck and legs.

  • Long Life - Often used as a metaphor for longevity.

  • White Color - A metaphor for the white color of the crane.

Name ideas examples

  • Longevity - The crane is a symbol of long life, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Purity - The white color of the crane symbolizes purity, making it a suitable name for a baby.

  • Strength - The crane is a symbol of strength and resilience, making it a suitable name for a baby.

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.

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

津流央- Tsuruo -

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means "port, haven, ferry, ford."

  • Harbor, Port - A place where ships dock and unload cargo.

  • Crossing, Ferry - A place where people and goods can cross a body of water.

  • Moisture - Water that seeps, gushes, overflows, or moistens something.

  • Fluid - Bodily fluids such as saliva, sweat, and tears.

  • Clue, Guide - A hint or indication that can be used to lead someone in the right direction.

Name ideas examples

  • Harbor, Port - A place of refuge and safety, suggesting a secure and peaceful home.

  • Crossing, Ferry - A place of transition and transformation, suggesting a journey of growth and discovery.

  • Moisture - A reminder of the importance of nurturing and caring for one another, suggesting a loving and compassionate spirit.

  • Fluid - A reminder of the importance of being flexible and adaptable, suggesting a resilient and open-minded attitude.

  • Clue, Guide - A reminder of the importance of seeking knowledge and wisdom, suggesting a curious and inquisitive nature.

means "stream, flow, current."

  • Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.

  • Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.

  • Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.

  • Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.

  • Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.

  • Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.

  • Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.

  • Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.

Name ideas examples

  • Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.

  • Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.

  • Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.

  • Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.

  • Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.

  • Kin - It symbolizes the idea of family and community

means "center, middle, nucleus."

  • Middle, Center - Refers to the middle point or center of something.

  • End, Cease - Refers to the end or cessation of something.

  • Vividness - Refers to the vividness or clarity of something.

  • Harmony - Refers to the harmonious sound or balance of something.

Name ideas examples

  • Middle, Center - Refers to the idea of being the center of attention or the focus of the family.

  • End, Cease - Refers to the idea of bringing an end to suffering or hardship.

  • Vividness - Refers to the idea of being bright and full of life.

  • Harmony - Refers to the idea of bringing peace and balance to the family.

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