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Origin: Japanese

Meaning: Firstborn; Joyful one; Skilful one; To come alone

Let baby’s name reflect the many opportunities ahead of them in life by naming them Kiichi. This masculine name is of Japanese origin and means “firstborn”, but it also has many different meanings depending on the Kanji used to write it. Some of the popular combinations of characters define this name as “joyful one,” “to come alone,” and “skilful one.” This variety of meanings reflects the multitudes within your unique little one. Throughout history, this name has been held by influential figures such as 10th-century monk Kiichi Hōgen, who is said to have been a great teacher of swordsmanship, tactics, and magic.