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Re:Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Int... by fidla on Wednesday September 04, 2024 @02:41PM (#41449037)
No, "Satoshi Nakamoto" does not translate to "Central Intelligence" in Japanese. Here's a breakdown of the name:

- *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.

Re:Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Int... by dirtdobber on Wednesday September 04, 2024 @02:45PM (#41449092)
Interesting. The name loosely translates to "Wisdom of Center Origin" then, no?
Re:Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Int... by wryoak on Wednesday September 04, 2024 @03:13PM (#41449477)
Yes but Satoshi is very strongly a _name_ in Japanese - yours might be comparable to the question “Donald loosely translates from Gaelic to world-ruler?”

Nakamoto is quite common as a name as well.

Re:Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Int... by gjvc on Wednesday September 04, 2024 @02:53PM (#41449194)
I've seen it claimed but never from a reputable site.

And there you have it.

Re:Ask HN: Does "Satoshi Nakamato" translate to "Central Int... by beardyw on Wednesday September 04, 2024 @04:09PM (#41450188)
Well now it's on HN.