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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Star
- Origin
- Japanese
- Pronunciation
- HOH-shee
Hoshi is a Japanese name pronounced HOH-shee, and it means "star." It's short, easy to say, and easy to spell, which makes it simple for teachers, relatives, and friends to get right from the start.
Meaning & Origin of Hoshi
Meaning: Star.
Origin: Japanese.
How to Pronounce Hoshi
HOH-sheeIPA /hoʊʃi/
Popularity of Hoshi
Hoshi does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Hoshi mean?
Star.
How do you pronounce Hoshi?
Hoshi is pronounced HOH-shee (IPA: /hoʊʃi/).
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