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Chi-chan(ちーちゃん)Minekun( みねくん)
Nekochan( ねこちゃん)
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 "Chimine," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
千 means "thousand."
嶺 means "ridge, peak, summit."
Peak - The highest point of a mountain.
Ridge - A line of mountains or hills.
Mountain Range - A series of mountains or hills connected together.
Mountain Chain - A series of mountains or hills connected together in a line.
Peak - It symbolizes reaching the highest point in life and striving for success.
Mountain Top - It symbolizes reaching the highest point in life and striving for greatness.
Range - It symbolizes the vastness of life and the potential for growth and exploration.
Ridge - It symbolizes strength and stability, as well as the ability to overcome obstacles.
Mountain Chain - It symbolizes the interconnectedness of life and the importance of community.
千 means "thousand."
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
音 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.
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.
Names that have the same gender and start with C.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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