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Toshima 利馬 – Japanese unisex given name
Toshima (利馬) is read としま and has 3 syllables. It is used for both boys and girls. Written as 利馬, the characters mean: profit + horse. This reading can be written with 3 kanji combinations, with 17 to 19 strokes in total.
How to write Toshima in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 利馬 | としま | profit + horse | 17 |
| 俊馬 | としま | sagacious + horse | 19 |
| 寿馬 | としま | longevity + horse | 17 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Toshima
Toshima in different scripts
| Romaji | Toshima |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | としま |
| Katakana | トシマ |
| Kanji (most common) | 利馬 |
Full name examples
- Toshima Yuki (Japanese order: 結城利馬, ゆうき としま)
- Toshima Kono (Japanese order: 河野利馬, こうの としま)
- Toshima Maki (Japanese order: 牧利馬, まき としま)
How to pronounce Toshima
Break it into 3 parts: to · shi · ma. 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 としま.
Questions about Toshima
What does Toshima mean in Japanese?
Toshima has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 利馬, combines these meanings: profit + horse. Other spellings include 俊馬 (sagacious + horse), 寿馬 (longevity + horse).
How do you write Toshima in kanji?
The most common way is 利馬 (としま). It can also be written 俊馬, 寿馬.
How do you write Toshima in katakana?
Toshima is トシマ in katakana and としま in hiragana.
Is Toshima a boy or girl name?
Toshima is used for both boys and girls.
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利: profit, advantage, benefit
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