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Joichan(じょいちゃん)
Jotchan( じょっちゃん)
Icchan( いっちゃん)![]()
This name is also used as a surname:
Jouichi
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 "Jouichi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
丈 means "height, to measure, length unit."
Length Unit - One Jō Equals Ten 尺; about 303 centimeters in Japan.
Elder - A respectful term for elderly or senior persons.
Honorific - An honorific added to kabuki actors' stage names.
Measurement - To measure something, such as land.
Particle - Used for the particles 'take' and 'dake'.
Respect - A term used to show respect for elderly people or elders.
Height - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
Length Unit - Length Unit - One jō equals ten 尺; about 303 centimeters in - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of length unit throughout life.
Elder - Elders carry the wisdom of experience and the duty to guide the young. May your child both honor elders and become a wise elder themselves.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.
Particle - Particles represent the small things that make up the whole. May your child appreciate how small particles create great things.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
譲 means "to yield, to be modest, to blame."
To Yield - To give one's possessions or rights to others.
To Yield - The act of yield represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child yield with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To be Modest - The act of be modest represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be modest with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Blame - The act of blame represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child blame with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
譲 means "to yield, to be modest, to blame."
To Yield - To give one's possessions or rights to others.
To Yield - The act of yield represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child yield with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To be Modest - The act of be modest represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be modest with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Blame - The act of blame represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child blame with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
市 means "market, to trade, city."
To Trade - The act of trade represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child trade with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Town - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
丈 means "height, to measure, length unit."
Length Unit - One Jō Equals Ten 尺; about 303 centimeters in Japan.
Elder - A respectful term for elderly or senior persons.
Honorific - An honorific added to kabuki actors' stage names.
Measurement - To measure something, such as land.
Particle - Used for the particles 'take' and 'dake'.
Respect - A term used to show respect for elderly people or elders.
Height - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
Length Unit - Length Unit - One jō equals ten 尺; about 303 centimeters in - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of length unit throughout life.
Elder - Elders carry the wisdom of experience and the duty to guide the young. May your child both honor elders and become a wise elder themselves.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.
Particle - Particles represent the small things that make up the whole. May your child appreciate how small particles create great things.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
市 means "market, to trade, city."
To Trade - The act of trade represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child trade with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Town - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
城 means "castle, citadel, wall."
Citadel - A Stronghold; a fortification.
Castle - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.
Citadel - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
Wall - Walls provide protection and boundaries, defining space and providing safety. May your child know when to build walls for protection and when to tear them down.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
城 means "castle, citadel, wall."
Citadel - A Stronghold; a fortification.
Castle - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.
Citadel - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
Wall - Walls provide protection and boundaries, defining space and providing safety. May your child know when to build walls for protection and when to tear them down.
市 means "market, to trade, city."
To Trade - The act of trade represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child trade with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Town - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
晟 means "bright, radiant, prosperous."
Bright - Shining with light.
Radiant - Emitting brilliant light.
Prosperous - Flourishing; thriving.
Splendid - Impressive and grand.
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.
Radiant - Light represents hope, wisdom, and the illumination of truth. May your child shine brightly, illuminating the path for others.
Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.
Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.
市 means "market, to trade, city."
To Trade - The act of trade represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child trade with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Town - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
條 means "branch, article, stripe."
Stripe - A long narrow band.
List, Series - To list or state one by one. Also, something written in a series.
Long, Thin - Something long and thin. Also, a word used to count long and thin objects.
Therefore, Consequently - Therefore or consequently.
Branch - Branches represent growth, reaching outward, and family connections. May your child branch out into the world while staying connected to family.
Article - Article - A Clause; a provision - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of article throughout life.
Stripe - Focus and precision enable mastery and deep expertise. May your child focus deeply on what matters most.
Extension, Extend - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
Line, Path - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
List, Series - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Long, Thin - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Therefore, Consequently - Therefore/Consequently - Therefore or consequently - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of therefore/consequently throughout life.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
條 means "branch, article, stripe."
Stripe - A long narrow band.
List, Series - To list or state one by one. Also, something written in a series.
Long, Thin - Something long and thin. Also, a word used to count long and thin objects.
Therefore, Consequently - Therefore or consequently.
Branch - Branches represent growth, reaching outward, and family connections. May your child branch out into the world while staying connected to family.
Article - Article - A Clause; a provision - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of article throughout life.
Stripe - Focus and precision enable mastery and deep expertise. May your child focus deeply on what matters most.
Extension, Extend - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
Line, Path - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
List, Series - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Long, Thin - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Therefore, Consequently - Therefore/Consequently - Therefore or consequently - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of therefore/consequently throughout life.
市 means "market, to trade, city."
To Trade - The act of trade represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child trade with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Town - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
穣 means "abundant harvest, fertile, prosperous."
To Bear Fruit, Produce a Harvest - To yield a plentiful harvest of grains or other crops.
Fertile - Producing Abundantly; fruitful.
Prosperous - Thriving; flourishing in growth.
Abundance, Prosperity - Rich in grains or other crops.
Abundant Harvest - Abundance represents the overflowing blessings that come from a generous universe. May your child live abundantly, overflowing with blessings to share.
To Bear Fruit, Produce a Harvest - The act of bear fruit/produce a harvest represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child bear fruit/produce a harvest with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Fertile - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.
Abundance, Prosperity - Wealth represents abundance, resources, and the means to do good. May your child prosper in all ways and share their abundance.
Stalk of Millet - Stalk Of Millet - The stem of a millet plant - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of stalk of millet throughout life.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
穣 means "abundant harvest, fertile, prosperous."
To Bear Fruit, Produce a Harvest - To yield a plentiful harvest of grains or other crops.
Fertile - Producing Abundantly; fruitful.
Prosperous - Thriving; flourishing in growth.
Abundance, Prosperity - Rich in grains or other crops.
Abundant Harvest - Abundance represents the overflowing blessings that come from a generous universe. May your child live abundantly, overflowing with blessings to share.
To Bear Fruit, Produce a Harvest - The act of bear fruit/produce a harvest represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child bear fruit/produce a harvest with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Fertile - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Prosperous - Prosperity represents flourishing, abundance, and the success that comes from effort. May your child prosper in all good endeavors, flourishing in every season.
Abundance, Prosperity - Wealth represents abundance, resources, and the means to do good. May your child prosper in all ways and share their abundance.
Stalk of Millet - Stalk Of Millet - The stem of a millet plant - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of stalk of millet throughout life.
市 means "market, to trade, city."
To Trade - The act of trade represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child trade with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Town - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
如 means "like, to reach, not as good as."
Like - Meaning "as if" or "similar to."
To Reach - Used to express the idea of something "reaching" or "attaining" something else.
If - Expressing conditional meaning.
Like - Like - Meaning "as if" or "similar to - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of like throughout life.
To Reach - Reaching represents extending, striving, and pushing toward goals. May your child reach for great things, extending beyond their current grasp.
To Go - Going represents departure, journey, and the courage to move toward the unknown. May your child go bravely into the world, journeying with courage.
Not asGood as - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.
If - Conditions and possibilities open paths of potential. May your child see possibilities and prepare for various outcomes.
宇 means "universe, roof, house."
Spirit, Intelligence - Spirit or intelligence, representing a person's capacity for thought and understanding.
Universe - Universe represents the totality of existence, cosmic order, and ultimate reality. May your child understand their place in the universe, connected to all that exists.
Roof - Roof - The Eaves; a covering - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of roof throughout life.
House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.
Capacity - Capacity - Mental Breadth; magnanimity - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of capacity throughout life.
Spirit, Intelligence - Spirit represents the immortal essence, energy, and the divine spark within. May your child's spirit burn brightly, their divine spark illuminating the world.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
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