Unisex Name
Makoto
mä.ko̞.to̞
Overview
Gender
masculine & feminine
Origin
Categories
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Japanese words
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Megami Tensei characters
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Writing Systems
まことJapanese Hiragana
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
81/100
formal65%
natural65%
wholesome120%
strong100%
refined100%
strange80%
simple65%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Makoto (まこと, マコト) is a unisex Japanese name, more commonly used by males. As a noun, Makoto means "sincerity" (誠) or "truth" (真, 眞). The name embodies the values of honesty and authenticity, deeply rooted in Japanese culture.
Etymology
Original Form:
誠 (makoto)
Evolution:
The kanji 誠 has been used historically to represent sincerity and truth, evolving into a popular given name in Japan.
Source:
Japanese language and culture