Kan'ichi - Japanese Boy Names

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Kan'ichi

/kaːnˈit͡ɕi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

First son or number one

Represents primacy, leadership, and responsibility as the eldest son. It embodies the cultural value placed on birth order and familial duty.

Symbolism

Symbolizes honor, succession, and the carrying forward of family legacy. It is often associated with strength and reliability.

Etymology: Composed of 'kan' (一), meaning 'one' or 'first', and 'ichi' (市 or 一), which can mean 'market' or more commonly in names, 'one'. Together, it typically signifies 'first' or 'number one', often used for the firstborn son.

Style & Origin

traditional
vintage retro
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating from Japan, Kan'ichi is a name rooted in early 20th-century naming conventions. It refle

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