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Kotou
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  • Hiraganatip:ことう
  • Katakanatip:コトウ
  • Householdstip:aprx. 3,000
  • English transcriptiontip:Kotou, Koto, Kotoh

Kanji Names & Meanings - 17 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. Even surnames with the same pronunciation can have different meanings based on the kanji used. Below are the kanji choices for "Kotou," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.

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古藤- Kotou -

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means "old, ancient, antique."

  • Old - Describes something that is from the past or has been around for a long time.

  • Ancient - Describes something that is very old or from a distant past.

  • Antiquated - Describes something that is old-fashioned or out of date.

  • Former - Describes something that was once in use but is no longer.

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 1,000

小藤- Kotou -

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means "small, little, tiny."

  • Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.

  • Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.

  • Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.

  • Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.

  • Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 600

後藤- Kotou -

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means "after, later."

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 600

古東- Kotou -

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means "old, ancient, antique."

  • Old - Describes something that is from the past or has been around for a long time.

  • Ancient - Describes something that is very old or from a distant past.

  • Antiquated - Describes something that is old-fashioned or out of date.

  • Former - Describes something that was once in use but is no longer.

means "east, oriental, tokyo."

  • East - Directional name. To go east.

  • Master - In ancient times, the master was located in the east and the guest in the west.

  • Region - The area east of Hakone. Kanto region.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 100

湖東- Kotou -

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means "lake."

  • Lake - A large body of water surrounded by land, usually fresh water.

  • Dongting Lake - A large lake in China, located in the middle of the Yangtze River basin.

means "east, oriental, tokyo."

  • East - Directional name. To go east.

  • Master - In ancient times, the master was located in the east and the guest in the west.

  • Region - The area east of Hakone. Kanto region.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 50

戸藤- Kotou -

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means "door, household, family, counter for houses."

  • Door, Entrance - The entrance or exit of a house or room.

  • House - A house or dwelling.

  • Amount Of Alcohol - The amount of alcohol that can be consumed.

  • Name - Used as a name or place name.

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 10

小東- Kotou -

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means "small, little, tiny."

  • Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.

  • Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.

  • Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.

  • Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.

  • Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.

means "east, oriental, tokyo."

  • East - Directional name. To go east.

  • Master - In ancient times, the master was located in the east and the guest in the west.

  • Region - The area east of Hakone. Kanto region.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 10

児塔- Kotou -

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means "child, young of animals."

  • Child - A young child or infant. Used to count the number of children a person has. E.g. 3児の母 (Mother of 3 children).

  • Young Man - A young adult male.

  • Self Reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.

means "tower, pagoda."

  • Tall And Slender Building - A tall and slender building, usually with a pointed or pyramidal top. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "卒塔婆(sotoba)" and is used to house Buddhist relics.

  • Memorial Tower - A memorial tower or monument, often built to commemorate a person or event.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 10

虎頭- Kotou -

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means "tiger, fierce, brave."

means "head."

  • Head - The upper part of the body from the neck up, including the hair.

  • Top - The highest point or peak.

  • Beginning - The start or the first.

  • Leader - The one in charge.

  • Counting Word - A word used to count animals such as cows.

  • Chief - The highest ranking official in a dormitory.

  • Boss - The head of a group.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 10

巨藤- Kotou -

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means "giant, huge, enormous."

  • Big - Very large in size.

  • Many - Having a large number.

  • What - Expressing a rhetorical question.

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 10

厚東- Kotou -

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means "thick, heavy, deep."

  • Thick, Heavy - Having a thick or heavy quality.

  • Large - Having a large size.

  • Heartfelt - Having a feeling of warmth and sincerity.

  • Considerate - Showing kindness and thoughtfulness.

  • Generous - Showing generosity and kindness.

means "east, oriental, tokyo."

  • East - Directional name. To go east.

  • Master - In ancient times, the master was located in the east and the guest in the west.

  • Region - The area east of Hakone. Kanto region.

  • Householdstip: under 10

小頭- Kotou -

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means "small, little, tiny."

  • Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.

  • Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.

  • Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.

  • Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.

  • Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.

means "head."

  • Head - The upper part of the body from the neck up, including the hair.

  • Top - The highest point or peak.

  • Beginning - The start or the first.

  • Leader - The one in charge.

  • Counting Word - A word used to count animals such as cows.

  • Chief - The highest ranking official in a dormitory.

  • Boss - The head of a group.

  • Householdstip: under 10

児藤- Kotou -

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means "child, young of animals."

  • Child - A young child or infant. Used to count the number of children a person has. E.g. 3児の母 (Mother of 3 children).

  • Young Man - A young adult male.

  • Self Reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: under 10

故東- Kotou -

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means "reason, cause, circumstances, deceased, late."

means "east, oriental, tokyo."

  • East - Directional name. To go east.

  • Master - In ancient times, the master was located in the east and the guest in the west.

  • Region - The area east of Hakone. Kanto region.

  • Householdstip: under 10

小嶌- Kotou -

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means "small, little, tiny."

  • Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.

  • Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.

  • Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.

  • Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.

  • Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.

means "island. land surrounded on all sides by sea or lakes."

  • Householdstip: under 10

神門- Kotou -

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means "god, deity."

  • God - The divine being, the creator of all things.

  • Mysterious Work - Unfathomable and spiritual work.

  • Soul - The spiritual essence of a person.

  • Heart - The innermost part of a person.

  • Excellence - The highest level of achievement.

  • Preciousness - Something of great value.

means "gate, doorway, entrance."

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • Place of entry and exit for people and objects.

  • Home. Family. Clan.

  • Lineage of knowledge or religion. Sect.

  • Broad categorization of things.

  • A counting word for cannons.

  • Householdstip: under 10

胡藤- Kotou -

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means "hu, foreign, barbarian."

  • A question word used to express doubt.

  • Longevity, living a long life.

  • Ebisu - An ancient ethnic group living in the north and west of China.

  • Chaotian - Carelessly.

means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."

  • Wisteria - A deciduous climbing vine of the pea family.

  • Kudzu - A climbing vine of any kind.

  • Householdstip: under 10

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