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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameJin
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:じん
  • Katakanatip:ジン
  • English transcriptionstip:Jin, Jinn
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Jinkun(じんくん)Click to speech じんくんJinchan(じんちゃん)Click to speech じんちゃんJintan(じんたん)Click to speech じんたん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 12 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 "Jin," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "swift, fast, rapid."

Name ideas examples

  • Swift - This kanji that conveys the idea of being quick and powerful.

  • Fast - This kanji that conveys the idea of moving quickly.

  • Speedy - This kanji that conveys the idea of acting quickly.

  • Prompt - This kanji that conveys the idea of acting without delay.

means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.

  • Person - An individual human being.

  • Fruit - The seed of a fruit.

Name ideas examples

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.

- Jin -

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means "god, deity."

  • God - The divine being, the creator of all things.

  • Mysterious Work - Unfathomable and spiritual work.

  • Soul - The spiritual essence of a person.

  • Heart - The innermost part of a person.

  • Excellence - The highest level of achievement.

  • Preciousness - Something of great value.

Name ideas examples

  • God - To represent the divine power and protection of the divine.

  • Creator - To signify the power of creation and the potential of the child to create something new.

  • Mysterious - To represent the unknown and the mysterious power of the divine.

  • Spiritual - To signify the spiritual connection between the child and the divine.

  • Soul - To represent the eternal nature of the soul and the connection between the child and the divine.

  • Heart - To signify the love and compassion of the divine for the child.

  • Excellence - To represent the potential of the child to achieve greatness.

  • Precious - To signify the value of the child and the importance of cherishing them.

- Jin -

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means "heart, mind, spirit."

  • Heart - An organ that circulates blood.

  • Feelings - Emotions and mental state.

  • Center - The middle, the core, the central point.

Name ideas examples

  • Heart - Symbolizing love, courage, and strength.

  • Feelings - Representing emotion, sensitivity, and understanding.

  • Center - Signifying balance, stability, and focus.

じん- Jin -

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Hiragana and katakana, which are phonetic but without inherent meaning.

- Jin -

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means "ripen, bear fruit, harvest."

  • To Ripen - The ripening of rice or other grains.

  • Ripening Period - The period of time when grains ripen.

  • To Accumulate - To pile up, to stack, to accumulate experience.

Name ideas examples

  • Maturity - This kanji conveys the idea of something reaching its full potential, which is a great quality to have in life. It also implies that the person will be able to handle difficult situations and will be able to grow and develop.

  • Accumulation - This kanji suggests that the person will be able to accumulate knowledge and experience over time, which is a great quality to have in life.

  • Overlapping - This kanji implies that the person will be able to build on their experiences and will be able to take on new challenges.

  • Harvest - This kanji conveys the idea of something reaching its full potential, which is a great quality to have in life. It also implies that the person will be able to reap the rewards of their hard work and dedication.

- Jin -

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means "vassal, subject, retainer."

  • Retainer - A person employed to serve a noble or royal household.

  • Subject - A person who owes allegiance to a sovereign or government.

  • Commoner - An ordinary person, especially one of the common people.

  • Humility - A modest or low view of one's own importance.

Name ideas examples

  • Retainer - This kanji that conveys loyalty and service to others.

  • Subject - This kanji that conveys a sense of duty and responsibility.

  • Commoner - This kanji that conveys a sense of humility and simplicity.

  • Humility - This kanji that conveys a sense of modesty and respect.

- Jin -

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means "search, inquire, fathom."

Name ideas examples

  • To Seek, Ask, Inquire - To look for something or someone, to ask questions.

  • To Search, Seek, Desire - To look for something or someone, to desire something.

  • To Visit - To go to a place to meet someone or to see something.

  • To Follow - To come after something or someone, to come soon after.

- Jin -

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means "exhaust, use up, run out of."

Name ideas examples

  • Complete - To signify a sense of completeness and wholeness.

  • Enduring - To signify a sense of lastingness and endurance.

  • Unwavering - To signify a sense of steadfastness and commitment.

- Jin -

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means "formation, camp, battle array."

  • Formation - The arrangement of troops in preparation for battle.

  • Battle - A fight or struggle between two or more people or groups.

  • Momentum - A temporary surge of activity or enthusiasm.

Name ideas examples

  • Strength - The quality of being strong and powerful, both physically and mentally.

  • Courage - The ability to confront fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation.

  • Determination - The quality of being resolute and unwavering in one's purpose.

祐基- Jin -

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means "help, assist, protect."

Name ideas examples

  • Help, Helping - This is a very suitable meaning for a baby's name, as it conveys the idea of being a source of assistance and support. It also implies that the child will be blessed with divine help and guidance.

  • Fortune, Fortunate - This is a great meaning for a baby's name, as it conveys the idea of being blessed with good luck and fortune. It also implies that the child will be blessed with divine guidance and protection.

  • Advance, Advancing - This is a suitable meaning for a baby's name, as it conveys the idea of being a source of progress and success. It also implies that the child will be blessed with divine guidance and protection as they move forward in life.

means "foundation, basis."

  • Foundation, Base - The foundation or base of a building. A support or foothold.

  • Source, Origin - The root or origin of something. To be based on or to take as a source.

  • Group Of Atoms - In chemistry, a group of atoms.

  • Counting Word - A word used to count items such as lanterns or graves.

Name ideas examples

  • Foundation - A strong and stable foundation for a baby's life.

  • Source - A source of strength and guidance for a baby's life.

  • Origin - A reminder of the baby's origin and heritage.

  • Group - A reminder of the baby's connection to others.

means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.

  • Person - An individual human being.

  • Fruit - The seed of a fruit.

Name ideas examples

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.

means "aspiration, ambition, goal."

  • Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.

  • Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.

  • Record - To remember or recall.

  • Document - To record or document.

  • Writings - A record written down. A book.

  • Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.

Name ideas examples

  • Ambition - It conveys the idea of having a strong desire to achieve something. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to strive for their goals and to never give up.

  • Determination - It conveys the idea of having a strong will and dedication to reach a certain goal. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to stay focused and never give up.

  • Memory - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to remember things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always remember the important things in life.

  • Record - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to record and document things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always document their experiences and achievements.

  • Writing - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to write and express oneself. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always express their thoughts and feelings.

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