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Erin
Erin- Gender:Male
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:えりん - :エリン
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Erikun(えりくん)
Eritan(えりたん)E-kun(えーくん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. 
See the girls' version here.
Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Erin."
英稟- Erin -
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)
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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.
稟 means "application, petition, report."
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Receive, Accept - To receive something from above to below, symbolizing the acceptance of a new life.
Support, Endowment - To provide support or endowment, symbolizing the support of a new life.
Innate, Inborn - Innate or inborn qualities given from heaven, symbolizing the divine nature of a new life.
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Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
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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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