Kobo - Japanese Boy Names

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Kobo

/ˈkoʊboʊ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Vastness or great protection

Represents spiritual strength, protection, and expansive wisdom. Often associated with compassion and enlightenment in a Buddhist context.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, guardianship, and inner peace. Symbolically linked to monks, scholars, and protectors in Japanese tradition.

Etymology: Derived from Sino-Japanese roots; commonly written with kanji such as 弘法 (Kōbō), meaning 'spreading the teachings' or 'great law'. Historically tied to Kūkai, the founder of Shingon Buddhism, who is often referred to as Kōbō Daishi (Great Master Kobo).

Style & Origin

traditional

unique

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese language and culture, Kobo is occasionally used as a masculine given name. It als

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