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Hamamichan(はまみちゃん)
Mimi(みみ)
Ha-chan(はーちゃん)![]()
This name is also used as a surname:
Hamami
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 "Hamami," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
実 means "fruit, truth, real."
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Truth - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of reality with one's words and beliefs. May your child always seek and speak truth, building their life on this solid foundation.
Real - Being real represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be real, letting this quality guide their path.
Abundance - Abundance - Being full or abundant - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of abundance throughout life.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
未 means "not yet, future, sheep."
Future - What is ahead.
Sheep - The eighth zodiac sign.
Time - 2pm and two hours before and after.
Not Yet - Silence represents contemplation, peace, and the wisdom of listening. May your child know when to speak and when to be silent.
Future - Future - What is ahead - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of future throughout life.
Sheep - The sheep (未) represents gentleness, harmony, and artistic sensibility. May your child have the sheep's gentle heart and live in harmony with others.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
海 means "sea, ocean, vast."
Ocean - A great expanse of water; the deep.
Gathering Place - Where many people or things come together.
Lake or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide and Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Sea - The sea symbolizes vastness, depth of character, and the acceptance of all things. May your child possess the ocean's depth and vastness, embracing life with boundless capacity.
Ocean - The ocean represents infinite possibilities, mystery, and the connection of all lands. May your child have the ocean's expansive heart, connecting with all people across all boundaries.
Gathering Place - Place represents belonging, position, and having a proper location in the world. May your child find their place in the world, where they belong and can flourish.
Lake or Pond - Ponds represent tranquility, reflection, and the cultivation of inner peace. May your child find stillness like a pond, reflecting wisdom from peaceful contemplation.
Wide and Large - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
美 means "beautiful, beauty, delicious."
Beautiful - Pleasing to the senses.
Beauty - Aesthetic excellence.
Delicious - Pleasing to taste.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
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.
Beauty - Japanese beauty (美) encompasses both outer form and inner grace, with emphasis on simplicity and nature. May your child embody true beauty—simple, natural, and radiating from within.
Delicious - Being delicious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be delicious, letting this quality guide their path.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Praise - Praise represents recognition, encouragement, and celebrating what is good. May your child give and receive praise, celebrating goodness in all.
Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
見 means "to see, to meet, passive."
To See - To Look; to perceive with the eyes; to come into view.
To Meet - To have an audience with; to have an interview.
Passive - Read as "ru" or "raru," expressing the passive voice meaning "to be done."
In Sight - In front of one's eyes.
To See - Seeing represents perception, understanding, and the clarity of vision. May your child see clearly—both the visible and the invisible truths.
To Appear - The act of appear represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child appear with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Meet - The act of meet represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child meet with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Passive - Being passive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be passive, letting this quality guide their path.
Before One's Eyes - Before One'S Eyes - In front; the present moment; now - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of before one's eyes throughout life.
In Sight - In Sight - In front of one's eyes - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in sight throughout life.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
観 means "view, outlook, appearance."
Outlook - A Perspective; a viewpoint.
Appearance - The way something looks.
Temple - A temple of Taoism.
To See - To look closely and carefully. To have a broad view.
View - View - To Look; to observe - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of view throughout life.
Outlook - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.
Temple - Temple - A temple of Taoism - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of temple throughout life.
To See - Seeing represents perception, understanding, and the clarity of vision. May your child see clearly—both the visible and the invisible truths.
浜 means "beach, edge, to approach."
To Approach - To come close to the edge; to touch.
To Border - To follow along the water's edge.
Accompanying - To go with or accompany someone or something.
Borderland - A remote or isolated area near the edge of a country or region.
Closely Approaching - To come near or approach something.
Limit - The furthest point or boundary of something.
Waterway - A water channel for boat passage.
Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama."
Beach - The beach represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and relaxing shores. May your child navigate transitions peacefully.
Edge - Edges define boundaries, provide sharpness, and mark where one thing meets another. May your child have the edge to cut through confusion, sharp but not harmful.
To Approach - The act of approach represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child approach with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Border - The act of border represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child border with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Accompanying - Accompanying represents togetherness, support, and the gift of presence. May your child accompany others through life's journey, a faithful companion.
Borderland - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Closely Approaching - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End of the Land - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
Limit - Limits represent wisdom, boundaries, and knowing when enough is enough. May your child set wise limits and respect necessary boundaries.
Waterway - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.
Yokohama - Yokohama - Abbreviation for "Yokohama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yokohama throughout life.
魅 means "fascinate, charm, spirit."
Fascinate - To attract and hold attention.
Spirit - A supernatural being.
Specter - A mysterious object.
Youkai - A supernatural creature.
Fascinate - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.
Charm - Charm - To Enchant; to captivate - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of charm throughout life.
Spirit - Spirit represents the immortal essence, energy, and the divine spark within. May your child's spirit burn brightly, their divine spark illuminating the world.
Precious Stone - Stones symbolize timelessness and the wisdom that accumulates through the ages. May your child gather wisdom like a stone smoothed by time, becoming more beautiful with each passing year.
Specter - Specter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the specter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Youkai - Youkai (supernatural creatures) represent the mysterious, the unexplained, and the magic beyond ordinary perception. May your child remain open to life's wonders.
波 means "wave, surge, spread."
Wave - Waves symbolize momentum, the rhythm of life, and the power of continuous effort. May your child ride life's waves with skill, turning challenges into forward momentum.
Surge - Surge - A rising and falling motion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of surge throughout life.
Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.
間 means "between."
Gap - A gap or separation.
Inside - The interior of something.
Time - A period of time.
To Heal - To get better from an illness.
To Mix - To mix together.
To Separate - To create a space between two things.
To Spy - To take advantage of a gap to spy.
To Switch - To switch places.
Unit of Length - A unit of length equal to six 尺 (approximately 1.8 meters).
Between Pillars - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.
Gap - Gaps represent opportunity, space for growth, and potential to fill. May your child see gaps as opportunities to contribute.
Inside - Inside represents inner life, depth, and the treasures hidden within. May your child cultivate a rich inner life, full of hidden treasures.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
To Heal - The act of heal represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child heal with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Mix - The act of mix represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child mix with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Separate - The act of separate represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child separate with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Spy - The act of spy represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spy with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Switch - The act of switch represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child switch with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unit of Length - Units of measure represent standards, consistency, and fair measurement. May your child measure their life by meaningful standards.
実 means "fruit, truth, real."
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Truth - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of reality with one's words and beliefs. May your child always seek and speak truth, building their life on this solid foundation.
Real - Being real represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be real, letting this quality guide their path.
Abundance - Abundance - Being full or abundant - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of abundance throughout life.
波 means "wave, surge, spread."
Wave - Waves symbolize momentum, the rhythm of life, and the power of continuous effort. May your child ride life's waves with skill, turning challenges into forward momentum.
Surge - Surge - A rising and falling motion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of surge throughout life.
Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.
間 means "between."
Gap - A gap or separation.
Inside - The interior of something.
Time - A period of time.
To Heal - To get better from an illness.
To Mix - To mix together.
To Separate - To create a space between two things.
To Spy - To take advantage of a gap to spy.
To Switch - To switch places.
Unit of Length - A unit of length equal to six 尺 (approximately 1.8 meters).
Between Pillars - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.
Gap - Gaps represent opportunity, space for growth, and potential to fill. May your child see gaps as opportunities to contribute.
Inside - Inside represents inner life, depth, and the treasures hidden within. May your child cultivate a rich inner life, full of hidden treasures.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
To Heal - The act of heal represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child heal with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Mix - The act of mix represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child mix with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Separate - The act of separate represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child separate with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Spy - The act of spy represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spy with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Switch - The act of switch represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child switch with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unit of Length - Units of measure represent standards, consistency, and fair measurement. May your child measure their life by meaningful standards.
美 means "beautiful, beauty, delicious."
Beautiful - Pleasing to the senses.
Beauty - Aesthetic excellence.
Delicious - Pleasing to taste.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
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.
Beauty - Japanese beauty (美) encompasses both outer form and inner grace, with emphasis on simplicity and nature. May your child embody true beauty—simple, natural, and radiating from within.
Delicious - Being delicious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be delicious, letting this quality guide their path.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Praise - Praise represents recognition, encouragement, and celebrating what is good. May your child give and receive praise, celebrating goodness in all.
Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.
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