Kou
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Kou is a boy’s name of Chinese origin, meaning “In Chinese, Kou can mean "mouth" or be a surname. In Japanese, it may be a given name with various meanings depending on kanji.”, and peaked in popularity in 1992.
What Kou Means
“In Chinese, Kou can mean "mouth" or be a surname. In Japanese, it may be a given name with various meanings depending on kanji.”
The Story of Kou
This name, short and resonant, holds the quiet depth of ancient rivers, waiting to be discovered by your son.
In Chinese, Kou can mean 'mouth,' evoking speech or essence, or function as a surname. In Japanese, it can be a given name, with meanings like 'river' or 'bay' depending on the kanji chosen. Its presence as a given name is sparse, suggesting a deliberate choice for its concise, impactful sound, bridging East Asian linguistic traditions.
Calling your son Kou feels like tracing the brushstrokes of a calligraphy masterpiece. You imagine this name on a birth announcement, simple yet profound, a marker of a child who will listen more than he speaks, observing the world with keen intelligence. It holds a quiet strength, a disciplined presence that you already sense in your little one.
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Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#53 in 1992
Total Births
724
First Recorded
1979
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