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Japanese unisex nameJinmu
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  • Gender:Unisex
  • Hiraganatip:じんむ
  • Katakanatip:ジンム
  • English Syllablestip:jin-mu (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ji-n-mu (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Jinmu

The first emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. He was enthroned in 660 BCE.

Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Jinmu."

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神武天皇- Jinmu -

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means "god, divine, spirit."

Name ideas examples

  • God - Divine beings represent higher purpose, spiritual connection, and transcendence. May your child feel connected to something greater than themselves.

  • Divine - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.

  • Spirit - Spirit represents the immortal essence, energy, and the divine spark within. May your child's spirit burn brightly, their divine spark illuminating the world.

  • Excellence - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.

  • Heart - Heart (心) in Japanese represents both the physical heart and the mind/spirit. May your child's heart be pure and their mind clear, unified in purpose.

  • Mysterious Work - Work represents purposeful effort, contribution, and the dignity of labor. May your child find meaningful work, contributing with dignity and purpose.

  • Preciousness - Preciousness represents irreplaceable value, rarity, and worth beyond measure. May your child know they are precious, valued beyond measure.

  • Soul - Soul represents the eternal self, identity, and the deepest aspect of being. May your child's soul be at peace, eternal and deeply rooted in their true self.

  • Supreme - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

means "military, brave, war."

Name ideas examples

  • Military - 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.

  • Brave - Brave - Courageous; valiant - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of brave throughout life.

  • War - War reminds us of peace's value and the importance of conflict resolution. May your child work for peace, understanding war's terrible cost.

  • Warrior - Warriors embody courage, discipline, and the protection of others. May your child have a warrior's spirit, brave and disciplined.

  • Strong and Fierce - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.

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

  • Trace - Tracing represents following wisdom, learning from the past, and careful study. May your child trace paths of wisdom left by those before them.

  • Unit of Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

means "sky, ruler of the universe, nature."

Name ideas examples

  • Sky - In Japan, the sky (天) symbolizes limitless potential, divine protection, and aspirations beyond earthly bounds. May your child reach for the heavens with boundless ambition, while remaining grounded in humility.

  • Ruler of the Universe - The supreme ruler represents ultimate authority, wisdom, and the ordering of all things. May your child order their life with supreme wisdom, governing themselves before governing others.

  • Nature - Nature represents the inherent order of things, authenticity, and the wisdom of the natural world. May your child live in harmony with nature, true to their authentic self.

  • Birthright - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.

  • Emperor - An emperor holds supreme responsibility for the welfare of many. May your child rise to meet great responsibilities with wisdom.

  • Gods - Gods - Deities; also, the realm where they dwell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of gods throughout life.

  • Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.

  • Weather - Weather patterns reflect the natural order and the acceptance of life's changing seasons. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding meaning in sunshine and storm alike.

means "emperor, imperial, heaven."

Name ideas examples

  • Emperor - An emperor holds supreme responsibility for the welfare of many. May your child rise to meet great responsibilities with wisdom.

  • Imperial - Being imperial represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be imperial, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Heaven - Heaven represents the celestial realm where ancestors watch over the living, and the source of all blessings. May your child live under heaven's protection, guided by ancestral wisdom and divine grace.

  • Busy - Busy - Engaged in activity

  • Hectic - Being hectic represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be hectic, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Hurried - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • King - A king must balance power with wisdom and service to their people. May your child lead wisely wherever life calls them to serve.

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