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Reto in Japanese

KatakanaレトReto
Kanji礼斗Reto

In Japanese, Reto is written in katakana as レト (Reto), the way Japanese people write foreign names. To write it in kanji, each sound gets a character chosen for its meaning. Our top pick is 礼斗 (reto): “courtesy”, “big dipper”.

How Reto sounds in Japanese

レトGerman
リートゥーEnglish

Kanji for Reto

礼斗
reto
  • 礼
    re courtesy
    Respect and good manners; bowing to others.
  • 斗
    to big dipper
    The Big Dipper, the stars that guide travelers.
礼翔
reto
  • 礼
    re courtesy
    Respect and good manners; bowing to others.
  • 翔
    to soar
    To soar high on spread wings. The most popular character in Japanese boys’ names.
玲斗
reto
  • 玲
    re chime
    The clear ring of jade stones; beauty that sounds.
  • 斗
    to big dipper
    The Big Dipper, the stars that guide travelers.

By style

Masculine
嶺斗
summit · big dipper
Feminine
玲瞳
chime · eyes

Real Japanese names that sound like Reto

Reto sounds close to れと (Reto), which is a real given name in Japan. Japanese parents write it with kanji such as:

  • 麗都 reto — elegance + capital

If you want a kanji name that a Japanese person could mistake for a native name, these spellings are the closest.

How common are these kanji in Japan?

  • 礼 (courtesy) is used in Japanese given names.
  • 斗 (big dipper) is used in Japanese given names.

Reto in anime worlds

Reto as an anime character →Reto in Jujutsu Kaisen (fan-made) →Reto in Demon Slayer (fan-made) →Reto in Attack on Titan (fan-made) →Reto in Dandadan (fan-made) →

Questions about Reto in Japanese

How do you write Reto in Japanese?

Reto is written レト in katakana. Katakana is the script Japanese people use for foreign names, so this is how Reto would appear on a Japanese ID card, a café cup or a name tag. Depending on the origin of the name, it can also be written リートゥー (English).

What are the best kanji for Reto?

Our top pick is 礼斗 (Reto). 礼 means “courtesy” and 斗 means “big dipper”. Other good options are 礼翔 (Reto) and 玲斗 (Reto).

Is 礼斗 a real Japanese name?

Not as a traditional name. Japanese people write foreign names in katakana, so 礼斗 is a creative kanji spelling (called ateji), chosen for its sounds and meanings. Japanese readers will understand what each character means, and many will enjoy the idea behind it.

How many strokes is 礼斗?

礼斗 has 9 strokes in total (礼: 5, 斗: 4). That is quite simple to write by hand, even for beginners.

Can I use 礼斗 as a tattoo?

Each character in 礼斗 has a positive meaning, so it is a reasonable choice. Keep in mind that Japanese people will read it as the meaning of the characters, not instantly as “Reto”. If you want your name to be recognized, katakana (レト) is clearer. Either way, ask a native speaker to check the final design.

Planning a tattoo or a print? Read the kanji tattoo checklist, and check the kanji in the name tool. Not sure which script to use? See katakana or kanji.

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