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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameAkaru
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:あかる
  • Katakanatip:アカル
  • English Syllablestip:a-ka-ru (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:a-ka-ru (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Akaru
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Akaruchan(あかるちゃん)Click to speech あかるちゃんAkachan( あかちゃん)Click to speech  あかちゃんRuchan( るちゃん)Click to speech  るちゃん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese boy(male) nameSee the boys' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameAkaru

Kanji Names & Meanings - 4 variations

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Akaru," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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- Akaru -

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means "bright, clear, to reveal."

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Brightness symbolizes intelligence, optimism, and a future full of promise. May your child's future be bright, filled with intelligence, joy, and boundless opportunity.

  • Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.

  • To Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.

  • Dawn - Dawn represents new beginnings, hope, and the triumph of light over darkness. May your child greet each dawn with hope, ready for new possibilities.

  • Light - Light represents hope, guidance, and the illumination of truth. May your child be a light to others, guiding and illuminating the way.

  • Ming - Ming (明) means "bright" and was a period of cultural and artistic flourishing. May your child shine brightly and contribute to cultural flourishing.

  • Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.

  • This World - This world is where we make our mark and touch other lives. May your child make a positive impact in this world they inhabit.

耀- Akaru -

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耀 means "shine, glitter, glory."

Name ideas examples

  • Shine - Shining represents the expression of one's inner radiance and the courage to be seen. May your child shine brilliantly, never dimming their light for anyone.

  • Glitter - Glitter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the glitter's dedication and skill in their life's work.

  • Glory - Glory - Splendor; magnificent radiance - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of glory throughout life.

  • Illuminate - To illuminate means to bring understanding, clarity, and the light of wisdom. May your child illuminate minds and hearts, bringing clarity where confusion reigns.

  • Radiance - Radiance represents the outpouring of inner beauty, joy, and spiritual light. May your child radiate joy and beauty, their inner light touching all who behold them.

明瑠- Akaru -

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means "bright, clear, to reveal."

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Brightness symbolizes intelligence, optimism, and a future full of promise. May your child's future be bright, filled with intelligence, joy, and boundless opportunity.

  • Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.

  • To Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.

  • Dawn - Dawn represents new beginnings, hope, and the triumph of light over darkness. May your child greet each dawn with hope, ready for new possibilities.

  • Light - Light represents hope, guidance, and the illumination of truth. May your child be a light to others, guiding and illuminating the way.

  • Ming - Ming (明) means "bright" and was a period of cultural and artistic flourishing. May your child shine brightly and contribute to cultural flourishing.

  • Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.

  • This World - This world is where we make our mark and touch other lives. May your child make a positive impact in this world they inhabit.

means "lapis lazuli."

Name ideas examples

  • Lapis Lazuli - Lapis lazuli represents the night sky, truth, and royal wisdom in many ancient cultures. May your child possess lapis lazuli's depth, embodying truth and royal wisdom.

阿可琉- Akaru -

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means "hill, corner, to flatter."

  • Hill - A large mound.

  • To Flatter - To Curry Favor; to fawn.

  • To Lean - To Rely on; to depend upon.

  • Approach - To approach or lean on.

  • Cove - A curved and winding place.

  • Eaves - The edge of a roof.

  • Endearment - A word used to express affection when used as a surname or nickname.

  • Pet Name - An affectionate nickname used for a woman's name.

  • Prefix - Added to names to show familiarity.

Name ideas examples

  • Hill - Hills symbolize achievement, perspective, and the rewards of steady climbing. May your child climb life's hills with determination, gaining wisdom at every elevation.

  • To Flatter - The act of flatter represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child flatter with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Lean - The act of lean represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Approach - Approach - To approach or lean on - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of approach throughout life.

  • Cove - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.

  • Eaves - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Endearment - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

  • Pet Name - Names carry identity, destiny, and in Japan, the power to shape one's future. May your child honor their name, living up to its promise and meaning.

  • Prefix - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

means "good, permit, can."

Name ideas examples

  • Good - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.

  • Permit - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Can - Can - To be able to; expressing possibility - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of can throughout life.

  • Allowed. - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Degree. - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Listen. Accept. - Listen. Accept. - Used to indicate that one should listen and accept - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of listen. accept. throughout life.

  • Possible. - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Should - Should - Expressing Advisability; ought to - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of should throughout life.

  • Speculation. - Speculation. - Used to express a guess or assumption - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of speculation. throughout life.

means "lapis lazuli, ryukyu."

Name ideas examples

  • Lapis Lazuli - Lapis lazuli represents the night sky, truth, and royal wisdom in many ancient cultures. May your child possess lapis lazuli's depth, embodying truth and royal wisdom.

  • Ryukyu - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.

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