Kuroemon - Japanese Boy Names

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Kuroemon

/kuːro.e.mon/

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Rare

Meaning

Black gate man or dark door man

Represents strength, mystery, and resilience associated with darkness or the unknown. The 'mon' (gate/door) element suggests guardianship or transition.

Symbolism

Embodies protection, steadfastness, and the threshold between worlds—symbolizing both physical and spiritual boundaries. The color black signifies elegance, power, and formality in Japanese tradition.

Etymology: Derived from 'kuro' (black, 黒) + 'e' (a phonetic connector or variant of 'yo' meaning world or generation) + 'mon' (gate/door, 門 or sometimes -mon as a personal suffix). Historically used as a nickname or full name during feudal Japan, often for men serving in guard or gatekeeper roles.

Style & Origin

traditional

unique

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating from Japan's Edo period, Kuroemon was used as a masculine given name among commoners and

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