Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Intelligence" in Japanese? I've seen it claimed but never from a reputable site. Does anyone here speak Japanese and can translate? |
Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Intelligence" in Japanese? I've seen it claimed but never from a reputable site. Does anyone here speak Japanese and can translate? |
- *Satoshi* (さとし) is a common Japanese given name, often meaning "wise" or "clear-thinking." - *Nakamoto* (中本) is a common Japanese surname, with "naka" (中) meaning "middle" or "center," and "moto" (本) meaning "origin" or "foundation."
While "Naka" could be loosely interpreted as "center," and "moto" as "origin," this does not equate to "Central Intelligence." The name does not directly relate to any specific phrase or concept like "Central Intelligence." It's a common Japanese name with meanings unrelated to intelligence agencies or organizations.
Nakamoto is quite common as a name as well.