Kouhei
koh-HAY
Kouhei is a boy’s name of Japanese origin, meaning “A Japanese name meaning 'peace and balance'. Kou can mean 'light' or 'happiness', and Hei relates to 'peace' or 'balance'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1998.
What Kouhei Means
“A Japanese name meaning 'peace and balance'. Kou can mean 'light' or 'happiness', and Hei relates to 'peace' or 'balance'.”
The Story of Kouhei
This name carries the quiet strength of a perfectly balanced stone, a sense of serene equilibrium.
Kouhei emerged from Japan around 1998, a name embodying profound calm and natural harmony. The elements within its kanji often translate to 'peace' and 'balance,' with 'Kou' potentially signifying light or happiness, and 'Hei' representing tranquility. It speaks of an inner stillness.
You desire a name that reflects a peaceful nature for your son. Kouhei suggests a child who moves through life with a gentle spirit, possessing an innate sense of balance and kindness. You imagine him as a calm presence, a steady anchor in any storm.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1998
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1998
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