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Kochi 光知 – Japanese unisex given name
Kochi (光知) is read こうち and has 3 syllables. It is used for both boys and girls. Written as 光知, the characters mean: ray + know. This reading can be written with one kanji combination, with 14 strokes.
How to write Kochi in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 光知 | こうち | ray + know | 14 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Kochi
Kochi in different scripts
| Romaji | Kochi |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | こうち |
| Katakana | コウチ |
| Kanji (most common) | 光知 |
Full name examples
- Kochi Yuki (Japanese order: 結城光知, ゆうき こうち)
- Kochi Kono (Japanese order: 河野光知, こうの こうち)
- Kochi Maki (Japanese order: 牧光知, まき こうち)
How to pronounce Kochi
Break it into 2 parts: ko · chi. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 3 sound units are written こうち.
Questions about Kochi
What does Kochi mean in Japanese?
Kochi has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 光知, combines these meanings: ray + know.
How do you write Kochi in kanji?
The most common way is 光知 (こうち).
How do you write Kochi in katakana?
Kochi is コウチ in katakana and こうち in hiragana.
Is Kochi a boy or girl name?
Kochi is used for both boys and girls.
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Other names that use 光
光: ray, light
Name data: JMnedict and KANJIDIC2, © EDRDG, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Filtered, regrouped and annotated by NihonNames.