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Inari
Inari- Gender:Female
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:いなり - :イナリ
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Inarin(いなりん)
Inachan(いなちゃん)Rinchan(りんちゃん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. 
See the boys' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: 
Inari
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 "Inari," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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稲荷- Inari -
稲 means "rice."
Rice - One of the five grains, a staple food in many cultures.
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Rice - Rice is central to Japanese culture, symbolizing sustenance, gratitude, and daily blessings. May your child appreciate the simple blessings that sustain life.
荷 means "lotus, carry, burden."
Lotus - An aquatic plant of the water lily family.
Counter for Bundles - A numerical counter for bundles of items.
Nuisance - An annoying or troublesome thing.
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Lotus - The lotus rises pure from muddy waters, symbolizing spiritual awakening and purity of heart. May your child rise above life's muddy challenges like the lotus, blooming with purity and wisdom.
Carry - Carrying represents responsibility, support, and bearing burdens for others. May your child carry their responsibilities with strength and grace.
Burden - Burden - A Load; baggage; cargo - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of burden throughout life.
Counter for Bundles - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Nuisance - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Receive - Receiving represents acceptance, openness, and gracious acceptance. May your child receive life's blessings with gratitude.
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