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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameHimawari
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:ひまわり
  • Katakanatip:ヒマワリ
  • English transcriptionstip:Himawari
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Himachan(ひまちゃん)Click to speech ひまちゃんWarichan(わりちゃん)Click to speech わりちゃんHiichan(ひーちゃん)Click to speech ひーちゃん

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 nameHimawari

Kanji Names & Meanings - 2 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 "Himawari," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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向日葵- Himawari -

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means "direction, orientation, to face, to turn towards."

  • To Go Towards - This refers to the action of moving in a certain direction.

  • To Face - This refers to the action of turning one's face or body towards a certain direction.

  • To Direct - This refers to the action of pointing or aiming something towards a certain direction.

  • To Proceed Towards A Certain Direction - This refers to the action of moving in a certain direction.

  • Direction - This refers to the orientation or path that something is facing or moving towards.

  • The Opposite Side - This refers to the side that is opposite to the one that is being referred to.

  • The Front - This refers to the side that is facing the person or object that is being referred to.

  • The Forward Side - This refers to the side that is in front of the person or object that is being referred to.

  • The Other Side - This refers to the side that is on the other side of the person or object that is being referred to.

  • Suitable - This refers to something that is appropriate or fitting for a certain situation.

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  • Direction - This kanji symbolizes the idea of direction and can be used to represent the idea of a baby heading in the right direction in life.

  • Facing - This kanji symbolizes the idea of facing something or someone, and can be used to represent the idea of a baby facing the world with courage and strength.

  • Progress - This kanji symbolizes the idea of progress and can be used to represent the idea of a baby making progress in life.

  • Suitable - This kanji symbolizes the idea of being suitable or fitting in, and can be used to represent the idea of a baby being suitable for the world.

means "sun, day, Japan."

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  • Sun - Symbolizing brightness, warmth, and life.

  • Daytime - Symbolizing a bright and cheerful life.

  • Day - Symbolizing a full and complete life.

  • Everyday - Symbolizing a life of joy and happiness.

  • Sunday - Symbolizing a day of rest and relaxation.

means "hollyhock, mallow, althea."

  • Aoi - The name of a plant from the family of Aoi plants.

  • A symbol of good luck and fortune.

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  • Aoi (葵) - This kanji that symbolizes good luck and fortune, and is associated with the beauty of nature.

  • Aoi (葵) - This kanji that symbolizes hope, joy, and optimism.

  • Aoi (葵) - This kanji that symbolizes strength, resilience, and courage.

ひまわり- Himawari -

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