Kyuhachi - Japanese Boy Names

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Kyuhachi

/kjuːhaːtʃi/

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Meaning

Nine Eight, often interpreted as Ninth Son or Eighth Son depending on kanji

Symbolizes a specific familial role, possibly indicating the ninth or eighth son in a lineage, reflecting a numerical naming system once common in rural or traditional Japanese families.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, family structure, and generational continuity. It represents a connection to ancestral roots and traditional social organization within Japanese households.

Etymology: Derived from Japanese numerals 'kyu' (九) meaning 'nine' and 'hachi' (八) meaning 'eight'. The name likely originated as a birth-order designation, though the combination suggests either a compound number or regional dialect variation.

Style & Origin

traditional
unique
japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese tradition, Kyuhachi reflects historical naming practices often tied to birth orde

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