Usage, description and more for Issei



Gender: Male     Origin: Japanese
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Origin and Meaning of the Name Issei


The name Issei originates from Japan. It is a traditional Japanese name commonly given to boys. The name is comprised of two kanji characters: "?" meaning "one" or "first," and "?" meaning "generation" or "world." When combined, Issei can be interpreted to mean "first generation" or "firstborn."

In Japanese culture, the term "Issei" is also used to refer to first-generation immigrants to a particular country, particularly those of Japanese descent. The name carries a sense of pioneering and leadership, symbolizing the beginning of a new era or lineage.

The name Issei is often chosen by parents who wish to bestow qualities of strength, determination, and innovation upon their child. It embodies a sense of uniqueness and originality, signifying the start of something significant and noteworthy.