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Hicchi(ひっち)Hikachan( ひかちゃん)
Karukun( かるくん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. See the girls' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: Hikaru
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 "Hikaru," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
絆 means "bond, tie, connection."
Bond - A connection or relationship between two or more people, places, or things.
Connect - To join or link together.
Bind - To tie or fasten together.
Restrain - To limit or control the actions or movements of someone or something.
Fetter - A device used to restrain an animal, such as a horse or ox, by tying its legs together.
Bond - It conveys the idea of a strong connection between two people, such as a parent and child. It also implies a sense of loyalty and commitment.
Connect - It conveys the idea of a strong connection between two people, such as a parent and child. It also implies a sense of unity and togetherness.
Unite - It conveys the idea of a strong connection between two people, such as a parent and child. It also implies a sense of solidarity and harmony.
Secure - It conveys the idea of a strong connection between two people, such as a parent and child. It also implies a sense of safety and protection.
Attach - It conveys the idea of a strong connection between two people, such as a parent and child. It also implies a sense of attachment and closeness.
輝 means "radiance, brilliance."
Shine - To emit or reflect light, to be bright and radiant.
Illuminate - To light up, to make something visible or clear.
Glow - To emit a steady, bright light.
Radiance - A bright, glowing light.
Splendor - Magnificent and dazzling beauty.
Shine - To bring brightness and joy to the world.
Illuminate - To bring clarity and understanding to the world.
Glow - To bring warmth and comfort to the world.
Radiance - To bring beauty and light to the world.
Splendor - To bring grandeur and magnificence to the world.
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.
Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.
Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.
Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Kin - It symbolizes the idea of family and community
煌 means "glitter, sparkle, shine."
Bright - Having a lot of light
Radiant - Emitting or reflecting light
Glittering - Sparkling or shining brightly.
Glowing - Emitting a steady, bright light.
Bright - Suggesting a cheerful, positive outlook on life.
Radiant - Conveying a sense of inner beauty and joy.
Glittering - Suggesting a life full of sparkle and excitement.
Glowing - Suggesting a life of warmth and light.
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.
Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.
Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.
Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Kin - It symbolizes the idea of family and community
星 means "star."
Star - A bright point of light in the night sky, a small and distant object, like a star seen from afar.
Aim - A target, a goal.
Suspect - A criminal, a person of interest.
照 means "shine, illuminate, reflect."
Shine, Illuminate - To shine or cast light on something. To be brightly shining or glowing.
Compare, Match - To compare or match two things. To look at them side by side.
Photograph - To take a photograph.
Embarrassment - To feel embarrassed or ashamed.
Bright - This kanji conveys the idea of brightness and radiance, suggesting a baby who will bring light and joy to the world.
Illuminate - This kanji can also be interpreted as “illuminate”, suggesting a baby who will bring clarity and understanding to the world.
Compare - This kanji can also be interpreted as “compare”, suggesting a baby who will bring insight and wisdom to the world.
熙 means "radiance, brightness, splendor."
Exclamation, Admiration - An expression of awe and admiration.
Joy - A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
Radiance - A bright and glowing light.
Expansion - To grow and extend in size or scope.
Serenity - A state of being calm and peaceful.
Admiration - A feeling of respect and admiration.
瑛 means "brightness, clarity, sparkle."
Beautiful And Transparent Gem - A gem that is beautiful and transparent in appearance.
Crystal - A type of mineral composed of a lattice of atoms that is transparent and often used in jewelry.
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
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.
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
瑠 means "lapis lazuli."
Jewel - Used to refer to the gemstone "lapis lazuli" (瑠璃).
Precious - Symbolizing the preciousness of a baby.
Gemstone - Representing the beauty and rarity of a baby.
Brilliance - Signifying the brilliance and sparkle of a baby.
彩 means "color, coloring, paint, variegated."
Color - To add color, to mix colors, to create a color scheme.
Pattern - A design, a motif, a decoration.
Appearance - A form, a shape, a look.
旭 means "rising sun."
Rising Sun - Symbolizing brightness, clarity, and a new beginning.
Brightness - Symbolizing optimism and hope.
Clarity - Symbolizing clarity of thought and purpose.
Brightness - Symbolizing optimism and hope for the future.
Clarity - Symbolizing clarity of thought and purpose for the child's life.
New Beginning - Symbolizing a fresh start and a new journey for the child.
佳 means "excellent, beautiful, good."
Good - Having desirable or positive qualities
Beautiful - Having qualities of beauty
Splendid - Very impressive
Excellent - Of the highest quality
Wonderful - Extraordinary
Good - Conveying a sense of being kind, generous, and honorable.
Beautiful - Conveying a sense of being attractive, graceful, and elegant.
Splendid - Conveying a sense of being grand, impressive, and admirable.
Excellent - Conveying a sense of being outstanding, remarkable, and admirable.
Wonderful - Conveying a sense of being extraordinary, marvelous, and remarkable.
瑠 means "lapis lazuli."
Jewel - Used to refer to the gemstone "lapis lazuli" (瑠璃).
Precious - Symbolizing the preciousness of a baby.
Gemstone - Representing the beauty and rarity of a baby.
Brilliance - Signifying the brilliance and sparkle of a baby.
比 means "comparison, ratio."
Compare - To look for differences between two or more things. To consider the relative merits and demerits. To compare.
Learn - To exemplify. To imitate. To mimic.
Fellow - A person of the same kind or class.
Trial - A rule or precedent.
Ratio - A proportion or rate.
Intimate - To become close. To draw near. To be on friendly terms.
Favor - To show partiality.
Match - To fit together.
Philippines - An abbreviation of the country name "The Republic of the Philippines(比律賓)".
Comparison - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of comparison, as it is used to compare two things and find the differences between them. It can also be used to consider the merits and demerits of something.
Learning - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of learning, as it is used to learn from examples and imitate them.
Peers - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of peers, as it is used to refer to people of the same kind or class.
Trial - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of trial, as it is used to refer to a set of rules or precedents.
Ratio - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of ratio, as it is used to refer to the proportion or rate of something.
Line Up - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of lining up, as it is used to refer to placing things side by side or in the same row.
Intimacy - This kanji can be used to represent the idea of intimacy, as it is used to refer to getting close to someone or showing
河 means "river, stream, watercourse."
River - A large river, such as the Yellow River in China.
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.
Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.
Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.
Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Kin - It symbolizes the idea of family and community
太 means "thick, fat, big."
Great - Used as a respectful title for elderly people or those of high status.
Thick - Describes something that is physically thick.
Obese - Describes someone who is overweight.
Arrogant - Describes someone who is overly confident.
Bold - Describes someone who is daring.
Great - This is a respectful term used to refer to elderly people or those of high status. It can also be used to describe someone who is highly accomplished or has achieved great success.
Thick - This is a term used to describe someone who is physically large or has a lot of body fat. It can also be used to describe someone who is strong and sturdy.
Bold - This is a term used to describe someone who is brave and daring. It can also be used to describe someone who is confident and unafraid to take risks.
Plump - This is a term used to describe someone who is overweight or has a lot of body fat. It can also be used to describe someone who is healthy and well-nourished.
Stubborn - This is a term used to describe someone who is headstrong and unwilling to change their opinion or behavior. It can also be used to describe someone who is determined and persistent.
陽 means "sun, sunlight, positive, daytime."
Sun, Daylight - The bright place where the sun shines. The light of the sun. The sun itself.
South Side Of A Mountain - The side of a mountain that faces the sun.
North Side Of A River - The side of a river that faces away from the sun.
Bright, Clear - Something that is illuminated and easy to see.
Positive, Dynamic - Something that is active and has a positive outlook.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that reflects the joy of a new life. It also implies optimism and hope for the future.
Sun - This is a symbol of life and energy, and is a reminder of the warmth and light that a new baby brings into the world.
Positive - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Dynamic - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of energy and enthusiasm for life.
South Facing - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of direction and purpose in life.
晃 means "brightness, brilliance, clearness."
Bright - Emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts.
Shining - Emitting or reflecting light brightly.
Glowing - Emitting or reflecting light steadily and brightly.
Clear - Easily seen, heard, or understood
琉 means "gemstone, precious stone."
Jewel - A type of gemstone called "Ruri" (琉璃).
輝 means "radiance, brilliance."
Shine - To emit or reflect light, to be bright and radiant.
Illuminate - To light up, to make something visible or clear.
Glow - To emit a steady, bright light.
Radiance - A bright, glowing light.
Splendor - Magnificent and dazzling beauty.
Shine - To bring brightness and joy to the world.
Illuminate - To bring clarity and understanding to the world.
Glow - To bring warmth and comfort to the world.
Radiance - To bring beauty and light to the world.
Splendor - To bring grandeur and magnificence to the world.
琉 means "gemstone, precious stone."
Jewel - A type of gemstone called "Ruri" (琉璃).
陽 means "sun, sunlight, positive, daytime."
Sun, Daylight - The bright place where the sun shines. The light of the sun. The sun itself.
South Side Of A Mountain - The side of a mountain that faces the sun.
North Side Of A River - The side of a river that faces away from the sun.
Bright, Clear - Something that is illuminated and easy to see.
Positive, Dynamic - Something that is active and has a positive outlook.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that reflects the joy of a new life. It also implies optimism and hope for the future.
Sun - This is a symbol of life and energy, and is a reminder of the warmth and light that a new baby brings into the world.
Positive - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Dynamic - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of energy and enthusiasm for life.
South Facing - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of direction and purpose in life.
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
陽 means "sun, sunlight, positive, daytime."
Sun, Daylight - The bright place where the sun shines. The light of the sun. The sun itself.
South Side Of A Mountain - The side of a mountain that faces the sun.
North Side Of A River - The side of a river that faces away from the sun.
Bright, Clear - Something that is illuminated and easy to see.
Positive, Dynamic - Something that is active and has a positive outlook.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that reflects the joy of a new life. It also implies optimism and hope for the future.
Sun - This is a symbol of life and energy, and is a reminder of the warmth and light that a new baby brings into the world.
Positive - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Dynamic - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of energy and enthusiasm for life.
South Facing - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of direction and purpose in life.
佳 means "excellent, beautiful, good."
Good - Having desirable or positive qualities
Beautiful - Having qualities of beauty
Splendid - Very impressive
Excellent - Of the highest quality
Wonderful - Extraordinary
Good - Conveying a sense of being kind, generous, and honorable.
Beautiful - Conveying a sense of being attractive, graceful, and elegant.
Splendid - Conveying a sense of being grand, impressive, and admirable.
Excellent - Conveying a sense of being outstanding, remarkable, and admirable.
Wonderful - Conveying a sense of being extraordinary, marvelous, and remarkable.
琉 means "gemstone, precious stone."
Jewel - A type of gemstone called "Ruri" (琉璃).
陽 means "sun, sunlight, positive, daytime."
Sun, Daylight - The bright place where the sun shines. The light of the sun. The sun itself.
South Side Of A Mountain - The side of a mountain that faces the sun.
North Side Of A River - The side of a river that faces away from the sun.
Bright, Clear - Something that is illuminated and easy to see.
Positive, Dynamic - Something that is active and has a positive outlook.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that reflects the joy of a new life. It also implies optimism and hope for the future.
Sun - This is a symbol of life and energy, and is a reminder of the warmth and light that a new baby brings into the world.
Positive - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Dynamic - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of energy and enthusiasm for life.
South Facing - This is a reminder of the potential for growth and development that a new baby brings. It also implies a sense of direction and purpose in life.
華 means "flower, splendor, brilliance."
Flower - General term for flowers of plants and trees. Blooming of flowers.
Splendid - Magnificent, beautiful, flourishing, distinguished.
Color - Colorful, vivid.
White - White hair.
China - Self-proclaimed name of China.
琉 means "gemstone, precious stone."
Jewel - A type of gemstone called "Ruri" (琉璃).
飛 means "fly, jump, leap."
Fly - To move through the air like a bird. To move quickly.
High - To be located in a high place.
Unfounded - Without evidence or basis.
Shogi Piece - One of the pieces in the Japanese game of Shogi, the Flying Chariot.
佳 means "excellent, beautiful, good."
Good - Having desirable or positive qualities
Beautiful - Having qualities of beauty
Splendid - Very impressive
Excellent - Of the highest quality
Wonderful - Extraordinary
Good - Conveying a sense of being kind, generous, and honorable.
Beautiful - Conveying a sense of being attractive, graceful, and elegant.
Splendid - Conveying a sense of being grand, impressive, and admirable.
Excellent - Conveying a sense of being outstanding, remarkable, and admirable.
Wonderful - Conveying a sense of being extraordinary, marvelous, and remarkable.
琉 means "gemstone, precious stone."
Jewel - A type of gemstone called "Ruri" (琉璃).
飛 means "fly, jump, leap."
Fly - To move through the air like a bird. To move quickly.
High - To be located in a high place.
Unfounded - Without evidence or basis.
Shogi Piece - One of the pieces in the Japanese game of Shogi, the Flying Chariot.
華 means "flower, splendor, brilliance."
Flower - General term for flowers of plants and trees. Blooming of flowers.
Splendid - Magnificent, beautiful, flourishing, distinguished.
Color - Colorful, vivid.
White - White hair.
China - Self-proclaimed name of China.
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.
Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.
Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.
Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Kin - It symbolizes the idea of family and community
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