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This name is also used as a first name: Kamo
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. Even surnames with the same pronunciation can have different meanings based on the kanji used. Below are the kanji variations for "Kamo," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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加 means "add, include, augment."
To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.
To Join, Participate - To become part of a group or situation.
To Influence - To have an effect on something or someone.
In Addition, On Top Of That - To add something extra to an existing situation.
Addition, Sum - A mathematical operation in which two or more numbers are added together.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
賀 means "congratulation, greeting."
Celebrate, Congratulate - To express joy and happiness for an event or accomplishment.
Praise - To express admiration and approval for someone or something.
Take On, Undertake - To accept responsibility for a task or obligation.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
嘉 means "praise, auspicious, excellent."
Good - Having a positive quality or being of a high standard.
Excellent - Having a very high quality or being of an exceptionally high standard.
Splendid - Impressive and grand in appearance.
Fortunate - Having good luck or being blessed with good fortune.
Praise - To express admiration or approval of someone or something.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
鹿 means "deer, antelope."
Deer - A hoofed mammal with slender legs and antlers on the males.
Symbol Of Power And Authority - A metaphor for positions of power such as emperors and kings.
Granary - A square-shaped storehouse for grains.
毛 means "hair, fur, feather."
Hair - The fine, short strands that grow on the surface of the skin of humans and animals.
Smallness - A metaphor for something very small or insignificant.
Growth - The sprouting of plants and the ripening of crops.
Unit Of Measurement - A unit of measurement for proportions, one tenth of a rin.
Unit Of Length, Weight, And Currency - A unit of length, weight, and currency.
加 means "add, include, augment."
To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.
To Join, Participate - To become part of a group or situation.
To Influence - To have an effect on something or someone.
In Addition, On Top Of That - To add something extra to an existing situation.
Addition, Sum - A mathematical operation in which two or more numbers are added together.
毛 means "hair, fur, feather."
Hair - The fine, short strands that grow on the surface of the skin of humans and animals.
Smallness - A metaphor for something very small or insignificant.
Growth - The sprouting of plants and the ripening of crops.
Unit Of Measurement - A unit of measurement for proportions, one tenth of a rin.
Unit Of Length, Weight, And Currency - A unit of length, weight, and currency.
加 means "add, include, augment."
To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.
To Join, Participate - To become part of a group or situation.
To Influence - To have an effect on something or someone.
In Addition, On Top Of That - To add something extra to an existing situation.
Addition, Sum - A mathematical operation in which two or more numbers are added together.
我 means "ego, self, i."
Myself - Refers to one's own thoughts and opinions, and the determination to stick to them.
Selfishness - Acting in one's own interests without considering the needs of others.
Stubbornness - Refers to the refusal to change one's opinion or course of action despite opposition or contrary evidence.
Single Mindedness - Refers to the focus on a single goal or purpose, without being distracted by other considerations.
下 means "below, down, under."
Lower - Lower in position, value, age, etc. Inferior.
Later - After in time, order, or sequence of events.
Descend - To move from a higher to a lower place.
Subordinate - Under the control of another.
Act - To do something.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
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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
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