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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex name Ian
Click to speech いあんAdd to First Names FavoritesShare this page Copy Ian

  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:いあん
  • Katakanatip:イアン
  • English transcriptionstip:Ian
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Iankun(いあんくん)Click to speech いあんくんIanchan( いあんちゃん)Click to speech  いあんちゃんIcchan( いっちゃん)Click to speech  いっちゃん

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Kanji Names & Meanings - 5 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 choices for "Ian," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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一晏- Ian -

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means "one, single, alone."

  • One - Used to refer to a single item or instance.

  • First - Used to refer to the beginning or initial stage of something.

  • Same - Used to refer to something that is equal or identical.

  • Unify - Used to refer to making something the same or uniform.

  • All - Used to refer to the entirety or entirety of something.

  • Solely - Used to refer to something that is done or focused on exclusively.

  • Little - Used to refer to something that is small or minimal.

  • At A Certain Time - Used to refer to a specific time or moment.

  • Or - Used to refer to an alternative or choice.

  • Absolutely - Used to refer to something that is completely or utterly.

Name ideas examples

  • One - To represent the baby as the first and only child in the family.

  • First - To signify the baby as the first born in the family.

  • Same - To signify the baby as the same as the parents, siblings, or other family members.

  • Unify - To signify the baby as a unifying force in the family.

  • All - To signify the baby as the embodiment of the entire family.

  • Solely - To signify the baby as the sole focus of the family.

  • Little - To signify the baby as a small and precious addition to the family.

  • One Particular - To signify the baby as a unique and special individual.

  • At A Certain Time - To signify the baby as a blessing at a certain time in the family's life.

  • Or - To signify the baby as a choice between two options.

  • What - To signify the baby as a surprise and a blessing.

  • Absolutely - To signify the baby as a complete and perfect addition to the family.

means "late, quiet, peaceful."

  • Late - Arriving or happening after the expected or usual time.

  • Peaceful - Free from disturbance

  • Calm - Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.

Name ideas examples

  • Late - Suggesting that the baby will arrive after the expected or usual time.

  • Peaceful - Suggesting that the baby will bring peace and tranquility to the family.

  • Calm - Suggesting that the baby will be even-tempered and not easily upset.

依杏- Ian -

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means "dependent, rely on, trust in."

  • Rely On - To trust and depend on someone or something.

  • Lean On - To rely on someone or something for support.

  • Follow - To go along with or obey someone or something.

  • As Is - To remain in the same state or condition.

Name ideas examples

  • Dependable - This meaning implies that the baby will be someone who can be relied upon and trusted.

  • Obedient - This meaning implies that the baby will be someone who follows instructions and is willing to listen and learn.

  • Unchanging - This meaning implies that the baby will remain the same throughout their life, never wavering from their core values and beliefs.

  • Rely On - This meaning implies that the baby will be someone who can be counted on and trusted to be there when needed.

  • Lean On - This meaning implies that the baby will be someone who can be leaned on for support and comfort.

means "apricot, apricot tree."

  • Apricot - A deciduous small tree of the rose family.

  • Ginnan - The fruit of the Japanese apricot tree.

Name ideas examples

  • Apricot - A symbol of innocence, purity, and beauty.

  • Ginnan - A symbol of strength, resilience, and perseverance.

偉安- Ian -

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means "great, eminent, distinguished."

  • Great - Having or showing exceptional quality, skill, or strength.

  • Outstanding - Exceptionally good or impressive.

  • Impressive - Making a strong or vivid impression.

  • Magnificent - Impressive in size, beauty, or skill.

  • Grand - Impressive and imposing in size, appearance, or style.

  • Prosperous - Having or indicating success or wealth.

Name ideas examples

  • Great, Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and greatness.

  • Splendid - This kanji that implies grandeur and magnificence.

  • Impressive - This kanji that suggests admiration and respect.

  • Majestic - This kanji that implies grandeur and power.

  • Grand - This kanji that implies greatness and grandeur.

  • Magnificent - This kanji that conveys grandeur and beauty.

  • Noble - This kanji that implies honor and nobility.

  • Dignified - This kanji that conveys respect and honor.

  • Glorious - This kanji that implies greatness and glory.

  • Resplendent - This kanji that conveys brilliance and radiance.

means "peace, cheap, low-priced."

  • Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, feeling calm and relaxed.

  • Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease.

  • Enjoyment - To experience pleasure and satisfaction.

  • Affordable - Having a low price or cost.

  • Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty.

Name ideas examples

  • Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, conveying a sense of calm and relaxation.

  • Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease, conveying a sense of comfort and safety.

  • Joyful - To experience pleasure and satisfaction, conveying a sense of happiness and contentment.

  • Affordable - Having a low price or cost, conveying a sense of financial stability and security.

  • Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty, conveying a sense of simplicity and ease.

居庵- Ian -

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means "to be present, to reside, to stay."

  • To Be, Exist, Stay, Reside, Dwell, Live - To be in a certain place, to put oneself in a certain place, to live in a certain place, to be allowed to live in a certain place, to store/accumulate something.

  • To Express A Question Or Call (auxiliary character) - Used to express a question or call.

Name ideas examples

  • Dweller - One who lives in a certain place.

  • Resider - One who resides in a certain place.

  • Abider - One who abides in a certain place.

  • Inhabitant - One who inhabits a certain place.

means "hermitage, retreat, hut."

  • A small house with a thatched roof.

  • A term used for the residence of a literary person or the pseudonym of a study.

Name ideas examples

  • Shelter - This kanji symbolizes a small house with a grass-thatched roof, which provides a safe and comfortable shelter for the inhabitants.

  • Home - This kanji symbolizes a home, a place of comfort and security.

  • Refuge - This kanji symbolizes a refuge, a place of safety and protection.

  • Peace - This kanji symbolizes peace, a place of tranquility and serenity.

  • Comfort - This kanji symbolizes comfort, a place of relaxation and contentment.

  • Harmony - This kanji symbolizes harmony, a place of balance and unity.

  • Wisdom - This kanji symbolizes wisdom, a place of knowledge and understanding.

  • Creativity - This kanji symbolizes creativity, a place of inspiration and innovation.

伊庵- Ian -

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means "italy, that one."

  • He, She, It - Third person pronoun.

  • This, That - Demonstrative pronoun.

  • Just - Particle used to adjust the tone of a sentence.

  • Abbreviation of the country name "Italy(伊太利)".

Name ideas examples

  • He, She - It is a third-person pronoun that can be used to refer to the baby.

  • This - It is a demonstrative pronoun that can be used to refer to the baby.

  • Just - It is an adverb that can be used to emphasize the baby's name.

  • Italy - It is the abbreviation of the country name "Italy".

means "hermitage, retreat, hut."

  • A small house with a thatched roof.

  • A term used for the residence of a literary person or the pseudonym of a study.

Name ideas examples

  • Shelter - This kanji symbolizes a small house with a grass-thatched roof, which provides a safe and comfortable shelter for the inhabitants.

  • Home - This kanji symbolizes a home, a place of comfort and security.

  • Refuge - This kanji symbolizes a refuge, a place of safety and protection.

  • Peace - This kanji symbolizes peace, a place of tranquility and serenity.

  • Comfort - This kanji symbolizes comfort, a place of relaxation and contentment.

  • Harmony - This kanji symbolizes harmony, a place of balance and unity.

  • Wisdom - This kanji symbolizes wisdom, a place of knowledge and understanding.

  • Creativity - This kanji symbolizes creativity, a place of inspiration and innovation.

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