Gennosuke - Japanese Boy Names

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Gennosuke

/dʒɛnnoʊsuːkeɪ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Source of strength or man of strength

Represents resilience, reliability, and the role of a protector or provider within the family or community. It conveys expectations of moral fortitude and leadership.

Symbolism

Embodies the virtues of perseverance, wisdom, and paternal strength. Often associated with ancestral continuity and the passing down of honor through generations.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'gen' (源 or 弦), meaning 'source' or 'origin', and 'nosuke' (之助), a common suffix in historical male names meaning 'help' or 'assistant'. Together, it suggests 'helper of the source' or 'one who supports the origin', often interpreted as a loyal and capable heir.

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese history and naming conventions from the Edo period and earlier, Gennosuke is a cl

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