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Yuto 由藤 – Japanese surname
Yuto (由藤) is read ゆとう and has 3 syllables. It is a family name. Written as 由藤, the characters mean: wherefore + wisteria. This reading can be written with 4 kanji combinations, with 20 to 30 strokes in total.
How to write Yuto in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 由藤 | ゆとう | wherefore + wisteria | 23 |
| 油藤 | ゆとう | oil + wisteria | 26 |
| 勇都 | ゆうと | courage + metropolis | 20 |
| 湯藤 | ゆとう | hot water + wisteria | 30 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Yuto
Yuto in different scripts
| Romaji | Yuto |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | ゆとう |
| Katakana | ユトウ |
| Kanji (most common) | 由藤 |
Full name examples
- Ayumi Yuto (Japanese order: 由藤歩美, ゆとう あゆみ)
- Yurina Yuto (Japanese order: 由藤百合奈, ゆとう ゆりな)
- Yuki Yuto (Japanese order: 由藤結城, ゆとう ゆうき)
How to pronounce Yuto
Break it into 2 parts: yu · to. 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 ゆとう.
Questions about Yuto
What does Yuto mean in Japanese?
Yuto has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 由藤, combines these meanings: wherefore + wisteria. Other spellings include 油藤 (oil + wisteria), 勇都 (courage + metropolis), 湯藤 (hot water + wisteria).
How do you write Yuto in kanji?
The most common way is 由藤 (ゆとう). It can also be written 油藤, 勇都, 湯藤.
How do you write Yuto in katakana?
Yuto is ユトウ in katakana and ゆとう in hiragana.
How do you pronounce Yuto?
Yuto is read ゆとう and has 3 syllables (morae).
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