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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameGekka
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:げっか
  • Katakanatip:ゲッカ
  • English Syllablestip:ge-kka (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ge-k-ka (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Gekka
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Gecchan(げっちゃん)Click to speech げっちゃんKakekkun( かけっくん)Click to speech  かけっくんGkagen( っかげん)Click to speech  っかげん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese boy(male) nameSee the boys' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameGekka

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Gekka," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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月華- Gekka -

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means "moon, month, monthly."

Name ideas examples

  • Moon - The moon symbolizes elegance, tranquility, and the beauty of impermanence in Japanese aesthetics. May your child possess the moon's gentle beauty, illuminating the darkness with quiet grace.

  • Month - Months mark the cycles of nature, the lunar rhythm that governs tides and growth. May your child flow with life's natural cycles, attuned to nature's rhythms.

  • Monthly - Months mark the cycles of nature, the lunar rhythm that governs tides and growth. May your child flow with life's natural cycles, attuned to nature's rhythms.

  • Monday - Each day brings new opportunities and blessings to embrace. May your child make the most of every day given to them.

means "flower, to bloom, splendid."

Name ideas examples

  • Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.

  • To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.

  • Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.

  • Color - Color represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the color's dedication and skill in their life's work.

  • White - White represents purity, sacredness, and new beginnings in Japanese Shinto tradition. May your child maintain purity of heart, sacred and clean as fresh white snow.

  • China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.

月下- Gekka -

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means "moon, month, monthly."

Name ideas examples

  • Moon - The moon symbolizes elegance, tranquility, and the beauty of impermanence in Japanese aesthetics. May your child possess the moon's gentle beauty, illuminating the darkness with quiet grace.

  • Month - Months mark the cycles of nature, the lunar rhythm that governs tides and growth. May your child flow with life's natural cycles, attuned to nature's rhythms.

  • Monthly - Months mark the cycles of nature, the lunar rhythm that governs tides and growth. May your child flow with life's natural cycles, attuned to nature's rhythms.

  • Monday - Each day brings new opportunities and blessings to embrace. May your child make the most of every day given to them.

means "below, later, to descend."

  • Below - Lower in position, status, value, or age; inferior.

  • Later - The latter part in time, order, or sequence.

  • To Descend - To Lower; to go down; to move from high to low.

  • To Act - To Take Action; to carry out.

  • To Issue - To hand down a command or order.

  • Subordinate - Under the control of another.

  • Under Authority - Within someone's jurisdiction or control.

Name ideas examples

  • Below - Being below represents humility, groundedness, and the foundation that supports all above. May your child embrace humility, understanding that true strength lies in supporting others.

  • Later - Later represents patience, timing, and the wisdom to wait for the right moment. May your child understand the value of patience, knowing the right time for everything.

  • To Descend - Descending represents humility, coming down to help others, and the grace of accessibility. May your child have the grace to descend from heights to help those below.

  • To Act - The act of act represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child act with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Issue - The act of issue represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child issue with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Subordinate - Being subordinate teaches humility, learning, and service. May your child learn well as a subordinate and lead well in turn.

  • Under Authority - Being under authority teaches respect, obedience, and proper order. May your child respect worthy authority and exercise it wisely.

月佳- Gekka -

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means "moon, month, monthly."

Name ideas examples

  • Moon - The moon symbolizes elegance, tranquility, and the beauty of impermanence in Japanese aesthetics. May your child possess the moon's gentle beauty, illuminating the darkness with quiet grace.

  • Month - Months mark the cycles of nature, the lunar rhythm that governs tides and growth. May your child flow with life's natural cycles, attuned to nature's rhythms.

  • Monthly - Months mark the cycles of nature, the lunar rhythm that governs tides and growth. May your child flow with life's natural cycles, attuned to nature's rhythms.

  • Monday - Each day brings new opportunities and blessings to embrace. May your child make the most of every day given to them.

means "good."

Name ideas examples

  • Good - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.

  • Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.

  • Excellent - Excellence represents the pursuit of the highest quality in all endeavors. May your child pursue excellence in all they do, always striving for their best.

  • Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.

  • Wonderful - Being wonderful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be wonderful, letting this quality guide their path.

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