Unkei - Japanese Boy Names

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Unkei

/uːnˈkeɪ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Cloudy bay or hidden bay

Represents mystery, depth, and the unseen forces of nature and spirit; symbolizes a connection between earthly realms and the divine.

Symbolism

Embodies artistic mastery, spiritual insight, and the quiet strength found in nature's obscured beauty; often linked to introspection and legacy.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'un' (雲) meaning 'cloud' and 'kei' (溪 or 濑) meaning 'stream', 'bay', or 'ravine'; together forming 'cloudy stream' or 'hidden bay'. The name is most famously borne by the 12th-century Buddhist sculptor Unkei.

Style & Origin

traditional

artistic

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese Buddhist tradition, Unkei is historically associated with a renowned sculptor of

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