Ichiyo - Japanese Girl Names

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Ichiyo

/i.tʃi.jo/

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Uncommon

Meaning

One night

The name suggests a moment of singular importance or beauty, often interpreted as 'a single night' that holds lasting significance. It can symbolize transience and emotional depth.

Symbolism

Embodies fleeting beauty, poetic sensitivity, and the poignant nature of life's ephemeral moments. It resonates with themes from traditional Japanese art and literature.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'ichi' (一) meaning 'one' and 'yo' (夜) meaning 'night'. Together, they form 'Ichiyo' (一葉), which literally means 'one leaf' when written with alternative kanji, but phonetically corresponds to 'one night'.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese literary and cultural history, Ichiyo is most famously associated with author Hig

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