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“friend”
[jɯ̟ː] · Japanese
01 / Meaning & origin
友 is a masculine given name documented in Japanese and Chinese. Its character means “friend” (KANJIDIC2).
Separate records with matching spellings: 友 (Japanese)
Meaning: “friend”
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02 / Across borders
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03 / By the numbers
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04 / Through time
People recorded with this given name in Wikidata. Their names may use a different spelling, or include it as a middle or baptismal name.
Chinese-German politician and writer
Chinese philosopher and historian (1895–1990)
Recorded as a middle or baptismal name
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06 / Behind the facts
Review status: Source-reported — no editorial review recorded yet. Last data change 2026-10-15.
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