Deep Meaning of Goku

The warrior who comes from the void.

The name "Goku" comes from the Japanese name "Son Gokū" (孫悟空), which is directly inspired by Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.

Here's a breakdown of the meaning:

• 悟 (Go) – Means "awaken"
• 空 (Kū) – Means "void"

So, Gokū (悟空) in deep meaning it translates to "awakened through the void" — a very Zen-Buddhist kind of concept, reflecting spiritual awakening and freedom.

One of the most powerful spiritual teachings is the void: only when you are empty of yourself — your story, attatchents, problems and struggles — can you return to your true self, the energy that is you.