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Isochan(いそちゃん)
Akichan( あきちゃん)
Soakikun( そあきくん)![]()
This name is also used as a surname:
Isoaki
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 "Isoaki," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
磯 means "rocky shore, to crash."
Rocky Shore - A shore with many stones and rocks at the water's edge.
To Crash - Water Striking Rocks Violently; to become emotional.
Become - To become rough or coarse.
Metaphorically - Metaphorically, to become intense or passionate.
Shoreline - The shoreline of the sea or lake, where there are many rocks and stones.
Rocky Shore - Rocks symbolize permanence, reliability, and the strength that comes from deep roots. May your child be a rock of stability for others, dependable and enduring through all seasons.
To Crash - The act of crash represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child crash with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Become - Becoming represents transformation, potential realized, and growth. May your child become all they are meant to be.
Metaphorically - Metaphorically - Metaphorically, to become intense or passionate - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of metaphorically throughout life.
Shoreline - The shoreline represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and the edge where worlds meet. May your child thrive at life's edges.
明 means "bright, clear, to reveal."
Bright - Illuminated by light.
Light - Illumination; something that makes things bright.
Ming - A Chinese dynasty name.
Next - The following (day, year).
This World - The present world.
Bright - Brightness symbolizes intelligence, optimism, and a future full of promise. May your child's future be bright, filled with intelligence, joy, and boundless opportunity.
Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
To Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Dawn - Dawn represents new beginnings, hope, and the triumph of light over darkness. May your child greet each dawn with hope, ready for new possibilities.
Light - Light represents hope, guidance, and the illumination of truth. May your child be a light to others, guiding and illuminating the way.
Ming - Ming (明) means "bright" and was a period of cultural and artistic flourishing. May your child shine brightly and contribute to cultural flourishing.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
This World - This world is where we make our mark and touch other lives. May your child make a positive impact in this world they inhabit.
磯 means "rocky shore, to crash."
Rocky Shore - A shore with many stones and rocks at the water's edge.
To Crash - Water Striking Rocks Violently; to become emotional.
Become - To become rough or coarse.
Metaphorically - Metaphorically, to become intense or passionate.
Shoreline - The shoreline of the sea or lake, where there are many rocks and stones.
Rocky Shore - Rocks symbolize permanence, reliability, and the strength that comes from deep roots. May your child be a rock of stability for others, dependable and enduring through all seasons.
To Crash - The act of crash represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child crash with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Become - Becoming represents transformation, potential realized, and growth. May your child become all they are meant to be.
Metaphorically - Metaphorically - Metaphorically, to become intense or passionate - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of metaphorically throughout life.
Shoreline - The shoreline represents the meeting of elements, transition zones, and the edge where worlds meet. May your child thrive at life's edges.
秋 means "autumn, fall, time."
Autumn - The season between summer and winter.
Fall - The harvest season.
Time - An important moment or period.
Harvest - The gathering of crops.
Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.
Autumn - Autumn represents maturity, harvest, and the bittersweet beauty of life's transitions. May your child embrace autumn's wisdom, harvesting life's lessons with graceful acceptance.
Fall - Falling represents humility, natural cycles, and the courage to descend. May your child fall gracefully when needed and rise again stronger.
Time - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
Harvest - Harvest represents the reward of patient labor and the abundance of nature. May your child enjoy rich harvests from all they cultivate in life.
Years - Years mark growth, accumulate wisdom, and measure the journey of life. May your child's years be many and fruitful, each one adding wisdom.
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A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
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あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
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Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
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Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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