Name meaning
Mamoru
may mean “to protect”
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Mostly masculine
- Used in
- Japanese
- Say it
- mah-MOH-roo
- Letters
- 6
Likely meaning, sources differ
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Mamoru is a Japanese name usually written 守, to protect or defend. The anime director Mamoru Hosoda made it known worldwide.
Roots
Japanese mamoru (守 protect).
Where it is used
Meaning depends on the kanji.
Mamoru name FAQ
What does the name Mamoru mean?
Mamoru may mean “to protect”. Sources differ, so we show the most common reading. Japanese mamoru (守 protect).
Where does the name Mamoru come from?
Mamoru is of Japanese origin. Today it is used in Japanese families.
How do you pronounce Mamoru?
Mamoru is usually pronounced mah-MOH-roo.
Is Mamoru a boy's or a girl's name?
Mamoru is mostly masculine.
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Sources
Name data: Wikidata. Meaning and background researched by our team from the sources below and written in our own words.