Tamotsu
Japanese · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Tamotsu
Tamotsu (保) means "to protect" or "to preserve" and derives from the Japanese kanji character 保, which carries meanings of safeguarding and maintenance.
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Etymology
Tamotsu (保) means "to protect" or "to preserve" and derives from the Japanese kanji character 保, which carries meanings of safeguarding and maintenance. The name is used primarily in Japan and has been borne by notable figures in Japanese history and culture, including samurai and modern public figures, reflecting its traditional roots in Japanese naming conventions.
Tamotsu currently ranks #3,735 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1923.
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