Shota
Shota is a boy name of Japanese origin, meaning “Soaring and great (by kanji)”.
| Meaning | Soaring and great (by kanji) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 翔太 |
| Pronunciation | SHOH-tah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Shota
Shota is a Japanese boy's name; the most common spelling, 翔太, joins 翔, 'to soar or fly', with 太, 'big, thick, bold'. Other kanji combinations give other meanings. 翔太 was one of the most popular boys' names in Japan in the late 1980s and 1990s. Because so many boys were given it in that period, it is now a familiar name among Japanese athletes, actors and musicians of that generation.
Is Shota a religious name?
Shota is an ordinary Japanese given name with no particular religious meaning; Japanese naming is based on the sense of the chosen kanji rather than on a religion.
How popular is Shota?
Very familiar in Japan, especially for men born around the 1990s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shota mean?
Shota means 'Soaring and great (by kanji)'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Shota have a religious meaning?
Shota is an ordinary Japanese given name with no particular religious meaning; Japanese naming is based on the sense of the chosen kanji rather than on a religion.
How do you pronounce Shota?
Shota is pronounced SHOH-tah.
Is Shota a boy or girl name?
Shota is usually a boy name.