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Makoto

Makoto is a Japanese given name typically masculine. The meaning varies with the kanji, commonly associated with sincerity, truth, or reality. Common kanji include 真 (truth), 誠 (sincerity), and 実 (reality). The name conveys a sense of honesty and genuineness.

In Japan Makoto has a long history as a male given name. It is less commonly used

In popular culture, Makoto is used for many fictional characters. Notable examples include Makoto Naegi, the

As a name, Makoto remains associated with sincerity and honest behavior, and it appears in various media

for
females,
though
it
may
appear
in
some
contemporary
or
creative
contexts
as
a
unisex
name.
The
form
and
meaning
can
change
with
different
kanji
combinations
or
readings.
protagonist
of
Danganronpa:
Trigger
Happy
Havoc;
Makoto
Kino,
the
civilian
identity
of
Sailor
Jupiter
in
Sailor
Moon;
Makoto
Shirogane,
co-president
in
Kaguya-sama:
Love
Is
War;
Makoto
Yuki,
the
protagonist
of
Persona
3;
and
Makoto
Nanaya
in
BlazBlue.
and
among
fans
of
Japanese
language
and
culture.