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Japanese girl(female) nameIru
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:いる
  • Katakanatip:イル
  • English Syllablestip:i-ru (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:i-ru (2)
  • English transcriptionstip:Iru
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Iruchan(いるちゃん)Click to speech いるちゃんIrun( いるん)Click to speech  いるんIcchan( いっちゃん)Click to speech  いっちゃん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. Japanese boy(male) nameSee the boys' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameIru

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 "Iru," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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依瑠- Iru -

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means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."

Name ideas examples

  • To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.

  • As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.

means "lapis lazuli."

Name ideas examples

  • Lapis Lazuli - Lapis lazuli represents the night sky, truth, and royal wisdom in many ancient cultures. May your child possess lapis lazuli's depth, embodying truth and royal wisdom.

依留- Iru -

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means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."

Name ideas examples

  • To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.

  • As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.

means "stay, keep, fasten."

Name ideas examples

  • Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.

  • To Stay Still - Staying represents perseverance, commitment, and faithfulness through time. May your child stay true to their commitments, faithful and persevering.

  • Keep - Keeping represents maintaining, preserving, and faithful holding. May your child keep their promises and maintain what matters.

  • Fasten - Speed represents efficiency, quick thinking, and the ability to act decisively. May your child think and act quickly when needed, seizing opportunities swiftly.

  • Pleiades - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

  • Ruble - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.

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