What Does the Name Hotaru Mean
The name Hotaru comes from Japanese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Hotaru below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Hotaru Name Meaning
JapaneseFrom Japanese 蛍 (hotaru) meaning "firefly".
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What does the name Hotaru mean?
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Is Hotaru a boy or girl name?
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