Tokutomi - Japanese Boy Names

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Tokutomi

/toʊkuˈtoʊmi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Virtuous friend or person of virtue and companionship

Represents moral integrity, loyalty, and the importance of virtuous relationships. It suggests a person who upholds ethical values and contributes positively to society through wisdom and association.

Symbolism

Embodies scholarly dedication, social responsibility, and the blending of personal virtue with public service. It symbolizes the Confucian ideal of the learned gentleman contributing to national progress.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'toku' (徳) meaning 'virtue' and 'tomi' (富) meaning 'wealth' or 'abundance', though in this context 'tomi' may also be interpreted as 'friend' or 'companion' in classical compounds. The name is most famously associated with the Tokutomi Sohō, a prominent historian and journalist.

Style & Origin

traditional

sophisticated

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Tokutomi is primarily known as a surname associated with influential historica

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