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Katsu

kä.t͡sɨᵝ
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

Categories

food
isograms
Japanese words
pet names
success
victory

Writing Systems

かつJapanese Hiragana
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
76/100
informal65%
natural65%
strong80%
strange100%
simple65%

Meaning & Etymology

The name 'Katsu' originates from Japanese, specifically from the kanji 勝, which means 'victory'. It can also be represented by other kanji characters that share the same pronunciation. The name is used both as a surname and a masculine given name in Japanese culture.

Etymology

Original Form:

勝 (katsu)

Evolution:

The kanji 勝 has been used in Japanese for centuries, symbolizing victory and success. Over time, the pronunciation 'katsu' has been adopted for various names and terms, reflecting its positive connota...

Source:

Japanese language and culture

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