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26,919 first names, 70,620 last names, 326,964 kanji variations.
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Akichan(あきちゃん)Hidechan( ひでちゃん)Akinko( あきんこ)
In Japanese, there is a culture of kanji which is a set of characters that originated from Chinese characters, and the meaning of the name changes according to the choice of kanji characters.
The more numerous variations of kanji, the more common name is in Japan. On the other hand, a name with very few variations in kanji is unique and rare to the Japanese.
For Akihide, kanji choices are listed below, sorted by the total number of Good!
彰 means "manifest, clear, evident."
Clear, Obvious - To suggest that the baby will be clear-minded and have a strong sense of purpose.
Manifest, Reveal - To suggest that the baby will be able to manifest their true potential and reveal their inner beauty.
Pattern, Design - To suggest that the baby will be able to create their own unique pattern or design in life.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
彰 means "manifest, clear, evident."
Clear, Obvious - To suggest that the baby will be clear-minded and have a strong sense of purpose.
Manifest, Reveal - To suggest that the baby will be able to manifest their true potential and reveal their inner beauty.
Pattern, Design - To suggest that the baby will be able to create their own unique pattern or design in life.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious."
Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
昭 means "shining, bright, luminous."
Clear - Easily seen or understood
Bright - Giving off or reflecting a lot of light
Obvious - Easily seen or understood
Illuminating - Shedding light on a situation, making something clear or understandable.
Radiant - Bright and cheerful, full of life and energy.
Apparent - Easily seen or understood, obvious.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
哲 means "philosophy, wisdom, sagacity."
Clear - Able to understand things clearly.
Intelligent - Wise and knowledgeable.
Prudent - Wise and judicious.
Sagacious - Wise and perceptive.
Clear - This kanji that conveys the idea of being able to think and understand things clearly.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys the idea of being wise and knowledgeable.
Prudent - This kanji that conveys the idea of being wise and judicious.
Sagacious - This kanji that conveys the idea of being wise and perceptive.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
彰 means "manifest, clear, evident."
Clear, Obvious - To suggest that the baby will be clear-minded and have a strong sense of purpose.
Manifest, Reveal - To suggest that the baby will be able to manifest their true potential and reveal their inner beauty.
Pattern, Design - To suggest that the baby will be able to create their own unique pattern or design in life.
偉 means "great, eminent, distinguished."
Great - Having or showing exceptional quality, skill, or strength.
Outstanding - Exceptionally good or impressive.
Impressive - Making a strong or vivid impression.
Magnificent - Impressive in size, beauty, or skill.
Grand - Impressive and imposing in size, appearance, or style.
Prosperous - Having or indicating success or wealth.
Great, Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and greatness.
Splendid - This kanji that implies grandeur and magnificence.
Impressive - This kanji that suggests admiration and respect.
Majestic - This kanji that implies grandeur and power.
Grand - This kanji that implies greatness and grandeur.
Magnificent - This kanji that conveys grandeur and beauty.
Noble - This kanji that implies honor and nobility.
Dignified - This kanji that conveys respect and honor.
Glorious - This kanji that implies greatness and glory.
Resplendent - This kanji that conveys brilliance and radiance.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious."
Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
偉 means "great, eminent, distinguished."
Great - Having or showing exceptional quality, skill, or strength.
Outstanding - Exceptionally good or impressive.
Impressive - Making a strong or vivid impression.
Magnificent - Impressive in size, beauty, or skill.
Grand - Impressive and imposing in size, appearance, or style.
Prosperous - Having or indicating success or wealth.
Great, Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and greatness.
Splendid - This kanji that implies grandeur and magnificence.
Impressive - This kanji that suggests admiration and respect.
Majestic - This kanji that implies grandeur and power.
Grand - This kanji that implies greatness and grandeur.
Magnificent - This kanji that conveys grandeur and beauty.
Noble - This kanji that implies honor and nobility.
Dignified - This kanji that conveys respect and honor.
Glorious - This kanji that implies greatness and glory.
Resplendent - This kanji that conveys brilliance and radiance.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious."
Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
晃 means "brightness, brilliance, clearness."
Bright - Emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts.
Shining - Emitting or reflecting light brightly.
Glowing - Emitting or reflecting light steadily and brightly.
Clear - Easily seen, heard, or understood
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
晟 means "brightness, clearness, auspiciousness."
Bright - Shining brightly and clearly.
Prosperous - Flourishing and successful.
Splendid - Impressive and grand.
Bright - This kanji that symbolizes a bright and shining future for the child.
Prosperous - This kanji that symbolizes a prosperous and successful life for the child.
Splendid - This kanji that symbolizes a splendid and grand life for the child.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
晶 means "crystal, sparkle, clear."
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
暁 means "dawn, daybreak."
Dawn - The beginning of the day, the start of the morning.
Realize - To understand, to become clear.
Instruct - To teach, to make clear.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
秋 means "autumn, fall."
Autumn - The season between the beginning of autumn and the start of winter, usually from September to November. In the lunar calendar, it is from July to September.
Fruition - The ripening of crops.
Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.
Autumn - A season of change and growth, symbolizing the start of a new journey.
Important Time - A reminder to cherish every moment and to make the most of life.
Fruition - A reminder to strive for success and to reap the rewards of hard work.
Years - A reminder to appreciate the passing of time and to make the most of each day.
偉 means "great, eminent, distinguished."
Great - Having or showing exceptional quality, skill, or strength.
Outstanding - Exceptionally good or impressive.
Impressive - Making a strong or vivid impression.
Magnificent - Impressive in size, beauty, or skill.
Grand - Impressive and imposing in size, appearance, or style.
Prosperous - Having or indicating success or wealth.
Great, Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and greatness.
Splendid - This kanji that implies grandeur and magnificence.
Impressive - This kanji that suggests admiration and respect.
Majestic - This kanji that implies grandeur and power.
Grand - This kanji that implies greatness and grandeur.
Magnificent - This kanji that conveys grandeur and beauty.
Noble - This kanji that implies honor and nobility.
Dignified - This kanji that conveys respect and honor.
Glorious - This kanji that implies greatness and glory.
Resplendent - This kanji that conveys brilliance and radiance.
秋 means "autumn, fall."
Autumn - The season between the beginning of autumn and the start of winter, usually from September to November. In the lunar calendar, it is from July to September.
Fruition - The ripening of crops.
Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.
Autumn - A season of change and growth, symbolizing the start of a new journey.
Important Time - A reminder to cherish every moment and to make the most of life.
Fruition - A reminder to strive for success and to reap the rewards of hard work.
Years - A reminder to appreciate the passing of time and to make the most of each day.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
秋 means "autumn, fall."
Autumn - The season between the beginning of autumn and the start of winter, usually from September to November. In the lunar calendar, it is from July to September.
Fruition - The ripening of crops.
Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.
Autumn - A season of change and growth, symbolizing the start of a new journey.
Important Time - A reminder to cherish every moment and to make the most of life.
Fruition - A reminder to strive for success and to reap the rewards of hard work.
Years - A reminder to appreciate the passing of time and to make the most of each day.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
章 means "chapter, section, article."
Writing, Document - A written document, composition, or poem.
Seal, Pattern - A beautiful pattern or mark used to signify something.
Regulation, Law - A set of rules or laws.
Clarification - To make something clear or explicit.
Seal, Stamp - A stamp or seal used to authenticate something.
Beautiful Pattern - A beautiful pattern or design, often used to represent something meaningful.
Document - A written or printed work, such as a book, article, or letter.
Rule - A set of regulations or principles governing conduct or procedure.
Law - A system of rules that are enforced by a governing authority.
Seal - A stamp or mark used to authenticate a document or signify ownership.
Section - A distinct part or division of something, such as a musical or literary composition.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
誠 means "sincerity, honesty, truthfulness."
Truth, Honesty - Being truthful and honest in all aspects of life.
Sincerity - Showing genuine care and concern for others.
Fact, Reality - Accepting and acknowledging the facts and reality of a situation.
Truthful - This kanji implies that the baby will be honest and truthful in all aspects of life.
Honesty - Encouraging the baby to be honest and truthful in all aspects of life.
Sincerity - Nurturing the baby to show genuine care and concern for others.
Reality - Teaching the baby to accept and acknowledge the facts and reality of a situation.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
陽 means "sun, sunlight, positive, daytime."
Sun, Daylight - The bright place where the sun shines. The light of the sun. The sun itself.
South Side of a Mountain - The side of a mountain that faces the sun.
North Side of a River - The side of a river that faces away from the sun.
Bright, Clear - Something that is illuminated and easy to see.
Positive, Dynamic - Something that is active and has a positive outlook.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that reflects the joy of a new life. It also implies optimism and hope for the future.
Sun - This is a symbol of life and energy, and is a reminder of the warmth and light that a new baby brings into the world.
Positive - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Dynamic - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of energy and enthusiasm for life.
South-facing - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of direction and purpose in life.
英 means "superior, england."
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a person who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to the sprouting or growth of something.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” (英吉利)
ExcellenceBeauty, Excellence - Refers to a baby who is excellent, beautiful, or outstanding.
Honor, Glory - Refers to a baby who brings honor or glory to the family.
Sprout, Growth - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.
Abbreviation of the Country Name “England” - Refers to a baby who is a symbol of the country England.
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Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
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Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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