Byakko - Japanese Girl Names

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Byakko

/bja.kkoː/

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Uncommon

Meaning

White Tiger

Represents protection, strength, and the guardian of the west in the Four Symbols of Chinese constellations adopted in Japanese tradition.

Symbolism

Embodies courage, resilience, and spiritual guardianship. Symbolizes balance between ferocity and loyalty, often associated with autumn and the element of metal.

Etymology: From Japanese 'byakko' (白虎), derived from Chinese 'Baihu', combining 'byaku' (white) and 'ko' (tiger). Originally part of the Shijin (Four Heavenly Beasts) in ancient East Asian astronomy and folklore.

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese mythology and symbolism, Byakko draws from traditional East Asian cosmology. Whil

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