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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameYato
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:やと
  • Katakanatip:ヤト
  • English transcriptionstip:Yato
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Yacchan(やっちゃん)Click to speech やっちゃんTocchan( とっちゃん)Click to speech  とっちゃんYatokun( やとくん)Click to speech  やとくん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 2 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 "Yato," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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矢斗- Yato -

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means "arrow, dart."

  • Arrow - A weapon shot with a bowstring.

  • Correct - To make something right or accurate.

  • Straight - Moving in a direct line.

  • Vow - A solemn promise or pledge.

  • Line Up - To arrange in a line or sequence.

  • Bestow - To give or confer.

  • Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels.

Name ideas examples

  • Arrow - Symbolizing strength, courage, and protection.

  • Correct - Representing accuracy, truth, and justice.

  • Straight - Signifying honesty, integrity, and directness.

  • Vow - Representing commitment, loyalty, and dedication.

  • Line Up - Symbolizing order, organization, and unity.

  • Bestow - Representing generosity, kindness, and grace.

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.

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

弥斗- Yato -

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means "all the more, increasingly."

  • Extensively - To spread or cover over a wide area.

  • Long - To last for a long time.

  • Distant - To be far away in time or space.

  • Passage Of Time - To mark the passing of time.

  • Mend - To repair or restore something that is damaged or broken.

  • Finally - To come to an end or conclusion.

  • Increasingly - To become more and more.

  • Further - To an even greater degree.

Name ideas examples

  • Eternal - It conveys the idea of something that will last forever and is a reminder of the love and care that parents have for their child.

  • Widely Spread - It conveys the idea of something that is widely known and accepted, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's presence in the world.

  • Long Time - It conveys the idea of something that will last for a long time, and is a reminder of the commitment that parents have to their child.

  • Far Away - It conveys the idea of something that is far away, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's future.

  • Passing Of Time - It conveys the idea of something that is constantly changing, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's growth and development.

  • Repair - It conveys the idea of something that can be fixed, and is a reminder

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.

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

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