Makoto
mah-KOH-toh
Popularity
#9511
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Japanese
Total Births
541
Peak Year
#17 in 1922
First Recorded
1915
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A Japanese name that can be written with various kanji, often meaning 'sincerity', 'truth', or 'integrity'. It conveys a sense of earnestness and honesty.
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Makoto Shinkai
Japanese animated film director and screenwriter.
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