Hoshio - Japanese Boy Names

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Hoshio

/hoːɕio/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Born during the hour of the ox (between 1 and 3 AM)

Symbolizes someone who arrives at a quiet, transitional time of night, often associated with introspection, mystery, and the threshold between darkness and dawn.

Symbolism

Embodies stillness, patience, and the promise of new beginnings; linked to the quiet strength found in early morning hours and the perseverance of those born in solitude.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese 'ushi no toki' (丑の時), meaning 'hour of the ox', which refers to the period between 1 and 3 AM in the traditional Japanese time system. Over time, it evolved phonetically into 'Hoshio'.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese language and culture, Hoshio is a rare masculine given name that reflects a deep

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