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Kaikun(かいくん)Ikkun( いっくん)
Kacchan( かっちゃん)
This name is also used as a surname: Kaii
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 "Kaii," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
魁 means "leader, pioneer, vanguard."
Big, Large - Describes something that is of great size or magnitude.
Outstanding - Describes something that is superior or of exceptional quality.
Head, Leader - Describes someone who is in charge or is the leader of a group.
Forerunner - Describes someone who is the first to do something or is the pioneer of an idea.
Ladle - Describes a large spoon-like utensil used for serving food.
Big, Large - Suggests that the baby will grow to be a strong and powerful individual.
Outstanding - Suggests that the baby will be exceptional and will stand out from the crowd.
Head, Leader - Suggests that the baby will be a natural leader and will be able to take charge of situations.
Forerunner - Suggests that the baby will be a trailblazer and will be the first to do something.
夷 means "barbarian, savage, non-Japanese."
Foreigner - A derogatory term for someone from a foreign country.
Flat - Level, even, smooth, tranquil.
Subdue - To make calm or peaceful, to pacify, to put down.
Destroy - To kill, to crush.
Squat - To sit with one's legs bent and feet flat on the ground.
Wound - To cause injury.
Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil feeling, free from conflict or disturbance.
Harmonious - A state of being in harmony and agreement.
Calm - A state of being free from agitation or excitement.
Steady - A state of being stable and consistent.
Balanced - A state of being in equilibrium and having equal parts.
Compassionate - A feeling of sympathy and understanding for others.
Benevolent - A feeling of kindness and generosity towards others.
改 means "improvement, reform, alteration."
Amend - To make changes or corrections to something in order to improve it.
Stop And Renew - To stop doing something and start doing something new.
Rectify - To make changes or corrections to something in order to make it better.
Inspect - To examine something closely in order to check its quality or condition.
Reform - To change one's behavior to become more proper or correct.
To Improve - It implies that the child will strive to become better and make positive changes in their life.
To Reform - It implies that the child will strive to make positive changes in their life and strive to become a better person.
To Inspect - It implies that the child will strive to be thorough and diligent in their life.
To Behave Properly - It implies that the child will strive to be well-mannered and respectful in their life.
威 means "authority, power, dignity."
Intimidate, Threaten - To make someone feel scared or intimidated.
Strict, Stern - Showing a strong sense of authority and discipline.
Power, Authority - The ability to command and influence others.
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