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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex name An
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:あん
  • Katakanatip:アン
  • English transcriptionstip:An, Ann
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Anchan(あんちゃん)Click to speech あんちゃんAnpyon( あんぴょん)Click to speech  あんぴょんAnpi( あんぴー)Click to speech  あんぴー

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Kanji Names & Meanings - 6 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 choices for "An," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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愛晏- An -

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means "love, affection, fondness."

  • To Love - To feel deep affection and care for someone or something.

  • To Cherish - To hold someone or something in high regard and treat them with great care.

  • To Adore - To feel great admiration and fondness for someone or something.

  • To Be Fond Of - To have a strong liking for someone or something.

  • To Be Devoted To - To be dedicated and loyal to someone or something.

Name ideas examples

  • Love - To express the deep love and affection that parents have for their child.

  • Cherish - To emphasize the importance of cherishing and protecting the child.

  • Adore - To express the admiration and fondness that parents have for their child.

  • Devotion - To express the dedication and loyalty that parents have for their child.

means "late, quiet, peaceful."

  • Late - Arriving or happening after the expected or usual time.

  • Peaceful - Free from disturbance

  • Calm - Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.

Name ideas examples

  • Late - Suggesting that the baby will arrive after the expected or usual time.

  • Peaceful - Suggesting that the baby will bring peace and tranquility to the family.

  • Calm - Suggesting that the baby will be even-tempered and not easily upset.

朱音- An -

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means "cinnabar, vermilion."

  • Red - A bright, reddish color.

  • Currency Unit - A unit of currency used during the Edo period, equal to one-sixteenth of a ryō.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Symbolizing brightness and optimism.

  • Courageous - Symbolizing courage and strength.

  • Prosperous - Symbolizing wealth and abundance.

means "sound, noise."

  • Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.

  • Verse - A song or piece of music.

  • News - A visit or message.

  • Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.

Name ideas examples

  • Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.

  • Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.

  • News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.

  • Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.

アン- An -

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Hiragana and katakana, which are phonetic but without inherent meaning.

亜杏- An -

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means "sub-, inferior, second to, asia."

  • Second - Used to refer to the second position in a sequence.

  • Subordinate - Used to refer to a lower level unit in the basic unit of biological classification such as phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.

  • Low Oxidation - Used to refer to a compound with a low degree of oxidation.

  • Asia - An abbreviation for "Asia"

Name ideas examples

  • Second - This kanji implies that the baby is the second in rank or order, suggesting that they are special and unique.

  • Close - This kanji implies that the baby is a close relative or friend, suggesting that they are loved and cherished.

  • Fellow - This kanji implies that the baby is a fellow member of the same class or kind, suggesting that they are part of a larger group.

means "apricot, apricot tree."

  • Apricot - A deciduous small tree of the rose family.

  • Ginnan - The fruit of the Japanese apricot tree.

Name ideas examples

  • Apricot - A symbol of innocence, purity, and beauty.

  • Ginnan - A symbol of strength, resilience, and perseverance.

安間- An -

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means "peace, cheap, low-priced."

  • Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, feeling calm and relaxed.

  • Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease.

  • Enjoyment - To experience pleasure and satisfaction.

  • Affordable - Having a low price or cost.

  • Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty.

Name ideas examples

  • Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, conveying a sense of calm and relaxation.

  • Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease, conveying a sense of comfort and safety.

  • Joyful - To experience pleasure and satisfaction, conveying a sense of happiness and contentment.

  • Affordable - Having a low price or cost, conveying a sense of financial stability and security.

  • Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty, conveying a sense of simplicity and ease.

means "interval, space, time, room, pause."

  • Between Two Things - The space between two things.

  • Inside - The interior of something.

  • Time - A period of time.

  • Recently - Recently.

  • A While - For a short period of time.

  • Gap - A gap or separation.

  • To Separate - To create a space between two things.

  • To Spy - To take advantage of a gap to spy.

  • Secretly - Secretly.

  • To Switch - To switch places.

  • To Mix - To mix together.

  • To Heal - To get better from an illness.

  • Unit Of Length - A unit of length equal to six shaku (approximately 1.8 meters).

  • Between Pillars - The space between pillars in a building.

  • Relationship - A connection between two things.

  • Condition - The state of something.

Name ideas examples

  • Connection - A strong bond between two people or things.

  • Harmony - A peaceful and balanced relationship between two or more people or things.

  • Unity - The state of being united or joined together.

  • Love - A strong feeling of affection and care for another person.

  • Peace - A state of tranquility and calm.

  • Joy - A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.

亜波連- An -

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means "sub-, inferior, second to, asia."

  • Second - Used to refer to the second position in a sequence.

  • Subordinate - Used to refer to a lower level unit in the basic unit of biological classification such as phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.

  • Low Oxidation - Used to refer to a compound with a low degree of oxidation.

  • Asia - An abbreviation for "Asia"

Name ideas examples

  • Second - This kanji implies that the baby is the second in rank or order, suggesting that they are special and unique.

  • Close - This kanji implies that the baby is a close relative or friend, suggesting that they are loved and cherished.

  • Fellow - This kanji implies that the baby is a fellow member of the same class or kind, suggesting that they are part of a larger group.

means "wave, billow, surge."

  • Wave - Movement of the water surface caused by the wind. Also, something in a wave-like shape.

  • Ripple - When a wave is created.

  • Something that is transmitted like a wave. Something that moves like a wave.

  • Abbreviation of the country name "Poland" (波蘭).

Name ideas examples

  • Wave - A symbol of strength and power, as well as a reminder of the beauty of nature.

  • Ripple - A reminder of the power of small actions and the importance of making a positive impact.

  • Something That Is Transmitted Like A Wave - A reminder of the power of communication and the importance of connecting with others.

means "connection, link, series."

  • Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.

  • Accompany - To bring or take along with.

  • Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.

  • Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.

  • Companion - A person who is with another.

  • Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.

Name ideas examples

  • Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.

  • Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.

  • Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.

  • Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.

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