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Joan
Joan- Gender:Female
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:じょあん - :ジョアン
- :Joan, Joann, Jyoann, Jyoan
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Joachan(じょあちゃん)
Joankun( じょあんくん)Jojo( じょじょ)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. 
See the boys' version here.
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 "Joan."
爾夕楽- Joan -
爾 means "you, thou, second person pronoun."
That, This, Here, There - A pronoun used to indicate a location or person.
Attached to other words to express a state.
Name ideas examples
You - It is a term of endearment and conveys a sense of closeness and familiarity.
That - It is a pronoun that can be used to refer to the baby in a loving way.
Thus - It conveys a sense of completeness and finality.
Only - It conveys a sense of uniqueness and singularity.
Under - It conveys a sense of protection and security.
夕 means "evening, dusk."
Evening, Night - The time of day when the sun sets and night begins.
Dusk - The time of day when the sun is setting and the sky is darkening.
Name ideas examples
楽 means "fun, comfort, ease."
Music - Playing music, performing music.
Enjoyment - Enjoying, being happy, liking, loving, wishing, desiring.
Ease - Easiness, being free from physical and mental pain, being relaxed.
Name ideas examples
Music - Music can be a beautiful and meaningful name for a baby, as it symbolizes creativity, joy, and harmony.
Enjoyment - Enjoyment is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes happiness, contentment, and fulfillment.
Ease - Ease is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes comfort, relaxation, and peace.
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Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
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Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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