Kunio
Meaning of Kunio
Kunio is a strong and distinctive Japanese name for boys. Pronounced as koo-nee-oh (/kuːnioʊ/), it carries a sense of tradition and history. The name has a deep cultural significance, with "kuni" meaning "country" or "nation" in Japanese, making Kunio a name that reflects pride and connection to one's heritage. In Hawaii, the name has been consistently used over the years, with occurrences dating back to the early 20th century. Its popularity in Hawaii indicates its enduring appeal and relevance across different cultures. If you're looking for a name that is both unique and meaningful, Kunio could be the perfect choice for your son.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as koo-nee-oh (/kuːnioʊ/)
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Notable People Named Kunio
| Kunio Kishida was a prominent Japanese playwright, novelist, and advocate for the modernization of Japanese dramaturgy and theatre acting. |
| Kunio Maekawa was a prominent Japanese architect known for blending traditional Japanese design with European modernism in his work. |
| Kunio Yanagita was a Japanese author, scholar, and folklorist known as the father of modern Japanese folklore studies. |
| Kunio Hatoyama was a Japanese politician who held the position of Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications under Prime Ministers Shinzō Abe and Yasuo Fukuda until 12 June 2009. |
| Kunio Naitō - Kunio Naito is a retired professional shogi player from Japan who reached the rank of 9-dan. |
| Kunio Nakamura was a Japanese businessman who served as the president and chairman of Panasonic, known for his reform efforts but also for creating a crisis due to his focus on plasma display panels. |
| Kunio Kobayashi is a renowned Japanese Shotokan karate instructor and multiple-time champion in both kata and kumite at the JKA All-Japan championships. |
| Kunio Katō is a renowned Japanese animator, famous for the award-winning short film La Maison en Petits Cubes and the surrealistic adventure The Diary Of Tortov Roddle. |
| Kunio David Lemari was a Marshallese politician who served as the acting President of the Marshall Islands in 1996-1997. |
| Kunio Nagayama is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Kunio Hiramatsu served as the mayor of Osaka, Japan, after being elected in 2007 with centre-left support. |
| Kunio Nakagaki was a Japanese Minister of Justice known for his advocacy of the death penalty and his involvement in the executions of several individuals, including Matsuo Fujimoto and Ri Chin'u. |
| Kunio Kitamura is a retired Japanese football player. |
| Kunio Sawaya is a Japanese engineer and researcher, serving as a professor at the Laboratory of Electromagnetic Wave Engineering in Tohoku University, Sendai. |
| Kunio Masaoka was a renowned Japanese photographer. |
