Kitaro - Japanese Boy Names

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Kitaro

/kiːˈtɑːroʊ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Tree village boy or son of the village near trees

Represents a connection to rural life, ancestral roots, and harmony with nature. It suggests humility, resilience, and a grounded spirit shaped by tradition and natural surroundings.

Symbolism

Embodies the spirit of guardianship over nature and tradition. Symbolically linked to endurance, simplicity, and the quiet strength found in countryside origins and Shinto-inspired reverence for the natural world.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'ki' (木) meaning 'tree', 'ta' (田) meaning 'rice field' or 'village', and 'ro' (郎) meaning 'son' or 'male child'. Together, it forms a name that signifies 'son of the tree village' or 'boy from the wooded field'.

Style & Origin

traditional
artistic
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Kitaro is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and mythology. It gained modern re

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