This the Japanese name for pornography that has adults with boy children. Because of this association I would never dream of naming my child this.
― Anonymous User 3/6/2009
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The other commenter is incorrect; the term is 'shota', short for shotacon. I agree, it is extremely similar, and the associations are very unpleasant. However, that shouldn't stop you from using this name. I think the name has a nice sound, and is very nice in meaning, as well. The Shotaro complex is unrelated and while not exactly rosy, at least free from this name. This name is pretty cool, in my opinion.