Hanako - Japanese Girl Names

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Hanako

/haːna̠ko̞/

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Meaning

Flower child

Represents the innocence, beauty, and purity of a young girl, symbolizing the idealized image of Japanese femininity and youth.

Symbolism

Embodies the blossoming of life and nature, linking the human spirit to seasonal beauty and the transient elegance of flowers.

Etymology: Formed from the Japanese elements 'hana' (花), meaning 'flower', and 'ko' (子), meaning 'child'. The name has been used since the Edo period and became widely popular in the 20th century as a generic name for girls in textbooks and stories.

Style & Origin

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Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Hanako is a quintessential female given name historically associated with the

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