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Iwao
Iwao- Gender:Male
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:いわお - :イワオ
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Iwachan(いわちゃん)
O-kun( おーくん)Waokun( わおくん)
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Iwao
Kanji Names & Meanings - 19 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 "Iwao," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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厳- Iwao -
厳 means "strict, stern, solemn."
Father - One's male parent (respectful).
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Strict - Strictness represents discipline, high standards, and the firm hand that guides. May your child uphold strict standards for themselves, disciplined and excellent.
Stern - Stern - Harsh; demanding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of stern throughout life.
Solemn - Solemn - Grave; dignified - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of solemn throughout life.
Father - Fathers represent protection, guidance, and the strength that supports the family. May your child honor fatherhood, whether as a strong protector or one who respects paternal wisdom.
岩- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
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Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
巌- Iwao -
巌 means "rock, steep, cliff."
Steep - Precipitous; sheer cliffs.
Cliff - A rugged, rocky cliff.
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Rock - 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.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Cliff - Cliffs represent dramatic change, bold edges, and breathtaking views. May your child stand at life's cliffs with courage and awe.
雁- Iwao -
礒- Iwao -
礒 means "steep, rocky shore."
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Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
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.
巖夫- Iwao -
巖 means "rock, cliff, rugged."
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Rock - 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.
Cliff - Cliffs represent dramatic change, bold edges, and breathtaking views. May your child stand at life's cliffs with courage and awe.
Rugged - Rugged - Rough and uneven - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rugged throughout life.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
夫 means "husband, man, worker."
Husband - A married man.
Man - An adult male.
Worker - A laborer.
Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.
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Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.
Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
磐夫- Iwao -
磐 means "boulder, rock."
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Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
Rock - 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.
夫 means "husband, man, worker."
Husband - A married man.
Man - An adult male.
Worker - A laborer.
Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.
Name ideas examples
Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.
Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
嵓夫- Iwao -
嵓 means "."
夫 means "husband, man, worker."
Husband - A married man.
Man - An adult male.
Worker - A laborer.
Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.
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Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.
Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
嚴- Iwao -
嚴 means "strict, solemn, father."
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Strict - Strictness represents discipline, high standards, and the firm hand that guides. May your child uphold strict standards for themselves, disciplined and excellent.
Solemn - Solemn - Serious; dignified - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of solemn throughout life.
Father - Fathers represent protection, guidance, and the strength that supports the family. May your child honor fatherhood, whether as a strong protector or one who respects paternal wisdom.
Stern - Sternness represents firm resolve and unwavering standard. May your child stand firm when principles matter.
巖- Iwao -
巖 means "rock, cliff, rugged."
Name ideas examples
Rock - 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.
Cliff - Cliffs represent dramatic change, bold edges, and breathtaking views. May your child stand at life's cliffs with courage and awe.
Rugged - Rugged - Rough and uneven - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rugged throughout life.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
岩夫- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
Name ideas examples
Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
夫 means "husband, man, worker."
Husband - A married man.
Man - An adult male.
Worker - A laborer.
Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.
Name ideas examples
Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.
Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
岩央- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
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Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
央 means "center, middle, harmonious."
Harmonious - Voices blending in harmony.
Harmony - The harmonious sound or balance of something.
Vividness - The vividness or clarity of something.
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Center - The center represents balance, stability, and being at the heart of things. May your child find their center, balanced and stable at the heart of their world.
Middle - Middle represents moderation, balance, and the golden mean between extremes. May your child find the golden middle path, avoiding extremes with wisdom.
Harmonious - Being harmonious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be harmonious, letting this quality guide their path.
End, Cease - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Harmony - Harmony (和) is the central Japanese value of peaceful coexistence and balanced relationships. May your child bring harmony wherever they go, creating peace and balance in all relationships.
Vividness - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
岩生- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
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Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
生 means "to live, alive, life."
To Give Birth - To be Born; to produce; to create; to occur.
Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced.
Scholar - A title for learned people; teacher.
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To Give Birth - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.
To Grow - Growing represents continuous improvement, development, and reaching potential. May your child never stop growing, always reaching toward greater potential.
To Reside - The act of reside represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child reside with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Alive - Being alive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be alive, letting this quality guide their path.
Life - Life is the precious gift, the journey of experiences that shapes who we become. May your child live fully, treasuring every moment of this precious gift.
Humble Self - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.
Opera Role - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Raw - Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of raw throughout life.
Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.
Student - Student - One who learns; a pupil - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of student throughout life.
岩男- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
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Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
男 means "man, son, vigorous person."
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Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Manly Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Vigorous Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
岩郎- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
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Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
郎 means "man, official title, place name."
Place Name - A place in the Lu state during the Spring and Autumn period.
Son - A male child, especially a son.
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Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Official Title - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.
Place Name - Names carry identity, destiny, and in Japan, the power to shape one's future. May your child honor their name, living up to its promise and meaning.
Name Suffix - Names carry identity, destiny, and in Japan, the power to shape one's future. May your child honor their name, living up to its promise and meaning.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
岩雄- Iwao -
岩 means "rock."
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Rock - 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.
Boulder - Boulders represent immovable strength and the power of quiet endurance. May your child possess the boulder's unshakeable presence, standing firm in their convictions.
雄 means "male, superior, strong."
Prosperous - Having Vigor; energetic.
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Male - The masculine represents strength, protection, and active energy. May your child embody vigorous strength of character.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.
巌夫- Iwao -
巌 means "rock, steep, cliff."
Steep - Precipitous; sheer cliffs.
Cliff - A rugged, rocky cliff.
Name ideas examples
Rock - 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.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Cliff - Cliffs represent dramatic change, bold edges, and breathtaking views. May your child stand at life's cliffs with courage and awe.
夫 means "husband, man, worker."
Husband - A married man.
Man - An adult male.
Worker - A laborer.
Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.
Name ideas examples
Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.
Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
巌生- Iwao -
巌 means "rock, steep, cliff."
Steep - Precipitous; sheer cliffs.
Cliff - A rugged, rocky cliff.
Name ideas examples
Rock - 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.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Cliff - Cliffs represent dramatic change, bold edges, and breathtaking views. May your child stand at life's cliffs with courage and awe.
生 means "to live, alive, life."
To Give Birth - To be Born; to produce; to create; to occur.
Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced.
Scholar - A title for learned people; teacher.
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To Give Birth - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.
To Grow - Growing represents continuous improvement, development, and reaching potential. May your child never stop growing, always reaching toward greater potential.
To Reside - The act of reside represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child reside with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Alive - Being alive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be alive, letting this quality guide their path.
Life - Life is the precious gift, the journey of experiences that shapes who we become. May your child live fully, treasuring every moment of this precious gift.
Humble Self - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.
Opera Role - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Raw - Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of raw throughout life.
Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.
Student - Student - One who learns; a pupil - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of student throughout life.
伊 means "he, she, this, only."
This - Demonstrative pronoun.
Only - A particle for adjusting tone.
Italy - Abbreviation for the country name.
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He, She - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
This - Specificity represents focus, attention, and being present. May your child be fully present in this moment, this place.
Only - Being the only one represents uniqueness, specialness, and irreplaceable value. May your child know they are the only one of their kind, uniquely valuable.
Italy - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
和 means "harmony, japanese, gentle."
Japanese - Relating to Japan.
Japan, Yamato - The country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Sum - To add together.
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Harmony - Harmony (和) is the central Japanese value of peaceful coexistence and balanced relationships. May your child bring harmony wherever they go, creating peace and balance in all relationships.
Japanese - Japanese - Relating to Japan - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of japanese throughout life.
Gentle - Gentleness represents soft strength, kindness, and the power of tender approach. May your child be gentle, combining soft kindness with inner strength.
Get Along, No Conflict - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
Harmonize, Calm - Peace represents harmony, serenity, and inner stillness. May your child know inner peace and bring peace to others.
Japan, Yamato - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Mix, Blend - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Peaceful, Calm - Peace represents harmony, tranquility, and the absence of conflict. May your child be a peacemaker, creating harmony wherever they go.
Respond - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
Sum - Sum - To add together - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of sum throughout life.
夫 means "husband, man, worker."
Husband - A married man.
Man - An adult male.
Worker - A laborer.
Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.
Name ideas examples
Husband - Husband - A married man - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of husband throughout life.
Man - Man represents strength, responsibility, and the masculine principle of action. May your child embody masculine virtues—strength, responsibility, and protective action.
Worker - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.
Laborer - Laborer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the laborer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Real Persons
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- 松﨑 巖夫 (1981- )
JP - 堀井 巌 politician (1965- ) EN JP
- 古澤 巌 Japanese violinist, composer and concertmaster (1959- ) JP
- 佐藤 巌 Japanese scientist (1951- ) JP
- 田渕 岩夫 Japanese owarai tarento (1950- ) JP
- 山本 巌 Japanese rugby player and coach (1947- ) JP
- 伊達 巌 (1947- ) JP
- 松山 巖 Japanese novelist (1945- ) JP
- 漆間 巌 Japanese police officer (1945- ) EN JP
- 小川 巌 Japanese teacher (1945- ) JP
- 荒川 巌 Japanese baseball player (1942- ) JP
- 中谷 巌 Japanese economist (1942- ) JP
- 堀内 岩雄 Olympic medalist in wrestling (1941-2015) EN JP
- 安達 巌 painter (1939-2006) JP
- 松田 岩夫 Japanese politician (1937-2022) EN JP
- 袴田 巌 Japanese boxer and prisoner (1936- ) EN JP
- 神崎 巌 (1935- ) JP
- 中村 巌 Japanese politician (1934-1997) JP
- 泉 巌夫 (1934-2003) JP
- 水戸 厳 Japanese physicist (1933-1986) JP
- 小倉 磐夫 Japanese teacher (1930-2000) JP
- 大崎 磐夫 Japanese businessperson (1929-2025) JP
- 大和 岩雄 Japanese historian (1928-2021) JP
- 真野 岩夫 Japanese painter (1927-2014) JP
- 安藤 巌 Japanese politician and lawyer (1925-2009) JP
- 谷川 雁 Japanese poet (1923-1995) EN JP
- 吉井 巌 Japanese teacher (1922-1995) JP
- 小川 岩雄 Japanese teacher (1921-2006) JP
- 秋山 巌 Japanese painter (1921-2014) EN JP
- 芳村 嵓夫 Japanese baseball player (1920- ) JP
- 大谷 巌 Japanese recording engineer (1919-2017) EN JP
- 増田 礒 Japanese sprinter (1914- ) EN JP
- 安田 巌 (1910-1996) JP
- 相沢 巌夫 Japanese sprinter (1906-1945) EN JP
- 岩田 巌 Japanese accounting academic (1905-1955) JP
- 青木 岩雄 Japanese tennisman (1901-1939) JP
- 磯部 巌 Japanese politician (1901-1998) JP
- 瀧 巖 Japanese malacologist (1901-1984) EN JP
- 山崎 岩男 Japanese politician (1901-1964) JP
- 内田 巌 Japanese painter (1900-1953) JP
- 大場 磐雄 Japanese teacher and archaeologist (1899-1975) JP
- 森 岩雄 Japanese film producer (1899-1979) JP
- 山脇 巌 Japanese architect and photographer (1898-1987) JP
- 稲垣 巌 Japanese teacher (1897-1937) JP
- 川井 巌 Japanese admiral (1896-1972) JP
- 松田 巌 Japanese general (1895-1979) JP
- 鮎沢 巌 writer on Labour Relations (1894-1972) JP
- 山崎 巌 Japanese bureaucrat, cabinet minister (1894-1968) JP
- 木下 祝夫 Japanese translator (1894-1980) JP
- 斎藤 巌 Japanese lawyer (1887-1934) JP
- 吉田 巖 Japanese anthropologist (1882-1963) JP
- 三宅 磐 (1876-1935) JP
- 青木 磐雄 Japanese politician (1860-1939) JP
- 大山 巌 Japanese general (1842-1916) JP
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