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Ban
Ban- Gender:Male
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Banchan(ばんちゃん)
Bantan(ばんたん)Bantarou(ばんたろう)
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Ban
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 variations for "Ban," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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伴- Ban -
伴 means "accompany, companion, together."
Companion - One who travels or lives with another.
Follow - To go along with someone or something, usually in a subordinate role.
Friend - A person who is part of a group or community, usually in a supportive role.
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Companion - Companion - One who travels or lives with another - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of companion throughout life.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Friend - True friendship in Japan involves deep loyalty, mutual support, and lifelong bonds. May your child know the blessing of true friendship, both giving and receiving loyal support.
晩- Ban -
晩 means "evening, late."
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Evening - Evening brings rest, reflection, and the beauty of transition. May your child find peace in evening hours, reflecting on the day's blessings.
Late - Lateness teaches the value of time and the importance of punctuality. May your child value time, understanding its preciousness and irreversibility.
絆- Ban -
絆 means "bond, ties, fetter."
Ties - Relationships; links.
Bind - To tie or fasten together.
Connect - To join or link together.
Restrain - To limit or control the actions or movements of someone or something.
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Bond - Bridges connect what is separated and enable crossing over. May your child build bridges of understanding and connection.
Ties - Ties - Relationships; links - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ties throughout life.
Fetter - Fetter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fetter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Bind - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Restrain - Rest represents renewal, recovery, and the wisdom of sustainable effort. May your child know when to rest, renewing themselves for future endeavors.
版- Ban -
版 means "edition, plate, board."
Edition - A version of a publication.
Ledger - A book or record of financial accounts.
Stamp - A wooden stamp used to write characters.
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Edition - Edition represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of edition.
Plate - Plate - A printing surface; a block - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of plate throughout life.
Board - Board - A flat piece; a tablet - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of board throughout life.
Ledger - Ledger represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the ledger's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Print - Print - To Publish; to produce copies - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of print throughout life.
Stamp - The stamp represents marking, authenticating, and leaving impression. May your child leave good impressions.
Unit of Length - Units of measure represent standards, consistency, and fair measurement. May your child measure their life by meaningful standards.
番- Ban -
番 means "in turn, number, watch."
In Turn - Alternately; taking turns.
Combination of Male and Female - A pair of two things, usually male and female.
Order, Sequence, Rank - The order in which something is done or comes.
Pair - A male and female combination; a matched set.
Taking Turns, Alternating - Exchanging one thing for another, taking turns.
To Nock - To place an arrow on a bowstring.
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In Turn - Turning represents change, adaptation, and the pivots that redirect life. May your child know when to turn, adapting wisely to life's changes.
Number - Number represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the number's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Watch - Watching represents vigilance, attention, and careful observation. May your child watch wisely and learn from observation.
Combination of Male and Female - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Order, Sequence, Rank - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Pair - Pairs represent partnership, complementarity, and working together. May your child find worthy partners for life's journey.
Taking Turns, Alternating - Turning represents change, adaptation, and the pivots that redirect life. May your child know when to turn, adapting wisely to life's changes.
To Nock - The act of nock represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child nock with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
森 means "lush, solemn, dim."
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人 means "person, others, each person."
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Person - Each person is unique, with their own path and purpose in life. May your child become a person of integrity, kindness, and purpose.
People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.
Counter - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
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