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Kaika
The ninth emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. He was enthroned in 158 BCE.
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 "Kaika," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
快 means "pleasant, cheerful, swift."
Pleasant - Pleasant - Agreeable and enjoyable; comfortable - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of pleasant throughout life.
Cheerful - Being cheerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be cheerful, letting this quality guide their path.
Swift - Swiftness represents quick response, agility, and efficiency in action. May your child act swiftly and decisively when needed, never missing important moments.
Sharp - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
果 means "fruit, result, accomplish."
Fruit - The product of a plant.
Accomplish - To Achieve; to complete.
As Expected - As expected or anticipated.
Determined - To do something with determination.
End - The end of something.
Finish - To end or die.
Truly - Really or truly.
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Result - Result - An Outcome; a consequence - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of result throughout life.
Accomplish - Accomplishment represents achievement, completion, and the satisfaction of finishing. May your child accomplish great things, completing what they set out to do.
As Expected - As Expected - As expected or anticipated - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as expected throughout life.
Determined - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
End - Ending represents conclusion, completion, and making way for new beginnings. May your child end things well and embrace new beginnings.
Finish - Finishing represents completion, follow-through, and accomplishment. May your child finish what they start with excellence.
Truly - Truly - Really or truly - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of truly throughout life.
海 means "sea, ocean, vast."
Ocean - A great expanse of water; the deep.
Gathering Place - Where many people or things come together.
Lake or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide and Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Sea - The sea symbolizes vastness, depth of character, and the acceptance of all things. May your child possess the ocean's depth and vastness, embracing life with boundless capacity.
Ocean - The ocean represents infinite possibilities, mystery, and the connection of all lands. May your child have the ocean's expansive heart, connecting with all people across all boundaries.
Gathering Place - Place represents belonging, position, and having a proper location in the world. May your child find their place in the world, where they belong and can flourish.
Lake or Pond - Ponds represent tranquility, reflection, and the cultivation of inner peace. May your child find stillness like a pond, reflecting wisdom from peaceful contemplation.
Wide and Large - Width represents breadth of understanding, inclusiveness, and comprehensive vision. May your child have wide understanding, inclusive and comprehensive in their view.
香 means "fragrance, fragrant, pleasant."
Pleasant - Good appearance, color, voice, or taste.
Appealing - Having an attractive appearance, color, voice, taste, etc.
Lance - A piece in shogi.
Fragrance - Fragrance - Aroma; a pleasant smell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fragrance throughout life.
Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.
Pleasant - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Appealing - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Lance - Lance - A piece in shogi - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lance throughout life.
絵 means "picture, pattern."
Picture - To Draw; to paint; to create colorful images; to embroider.
Color - A variety of hues or shades.
Drawing - To draw a picture or illustration.
Embroidery - To create a design or pattern with needlework.
Painting - To create a colorful painting.
Picture - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.
Color - Color represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the color's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Drawing - Drawing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in drawing with purpose and skill.
Embroidery - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Painting - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
華 means "flower, to bloom, splendid."
Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.
To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.
Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.
Color - Color represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the color's dedication and skill in their life's work.
White - White represents purity, sacredness, and new beginnings in Japanese Shinto tradition. May your child maintain purity of heart, sacred and clean as fresh white snow.
China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.
芥 means "mustard, tiny trash, something small."
Mustard - A plant of the cabbage family; the condiment made from its seeds.
Mustard - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Tiny Trash - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.
Something Small - Small things are often the most precious; simplicity and humility have their own greatness. May your child appreciate the small things, finding great meaning in simple moments.
夏 means "summer, grand, xia dynasty."
Summer - One of the four seasons; from the start of summer to the start of autumn; around June to August.
Xia Dynasty - The name of the oldest legendary dynasty in China.
Summer - Summer (夏) represents vitality, growth at its peak, and the fullness of life's energy. May your child embody summer's vibrant energy, living life at its fullest and brightest.
Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.
Xia Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.
解 means "solve, untie, understand."
Understand - To Comprehend; to grasp meaning.
Neglect, Omit - To fail to do something or take care of something.
Send, Deliver - To transport someone or something to a destination.
Unravel, Untangle - To separate something into its component parts.
Solve - Solve - To find the answer; to work out - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of solve throughout life.
Untie - Untie - To Loosen; to release from bonds - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of untie throughout life.
Understand - Understanding represents wisdom, empathy, and deep comprehension. May your child understand others deeply and be understood in return.
Explain - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Neglect, Omit - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Release - Releasing represents letting go, freedom, and appropriate detachment. May your child know when to hold on and when to release.
Send, Deliver - Send/Deliver represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the send/deliver's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Unravel, Untangle - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
歌 means "to sing, song, poetry."
Song - Something sung with rhythm and melody.
Poetry - A form of Chinese poetry; a style of verse.
Japanese Poetry - Japanese poems as opposed to Chinese poetry; Yamato uta.
Poem - A unit of poetry, one of the forms of Chinese poetry.
Singing - The act of singing with rhythm and melody, usually to music.
To Sing - The act of sing represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sing with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Song - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Poetry - Poetry represents the art of expressing deep emotion and truth through beautiful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express themselves beautifully.
Japanese Poetry - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.
Poem - Poems capture beauty and truth in condensed, powerful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express deep truths beautifully.
Singing - Singing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in singing with purpose and skill.
貝 means "shell, treasure, pattern."
Pattern - A design resembling a shell.
Palm Leaf - An abbreviation for Baitara (palm leaf); a tree name.
Shell - Shells in ancient Japan were used as currency, representing wealth, protection, and hidden treasures. May your child discover and protect life's hidden treasures, prospering in all endeavors.
Treasure - Treasures represent what is most valuable, worth protecting and sharing with loved ones. May your child recognize life's true treasures and protect them with wisdom.
Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.
Palm Leaf - Leaves represent the cycle of life, individuality, and graceful acceptance of change. May your child embrace life's seasons with the grace of a falling leaf, beautiful even in letting go.
香 means "fragrance, fragrant, pleasant."
Pleasant - Good appearance, color, voice, or taste.
Appealing - Having an attractive appearance, color, voice, taste, etc.
Lance - A piece in shogi.
Fragrance - Fragrance - Aroma; a pleasant smell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fragrance throughout life.
Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.
Pleasant - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Appealing - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Lance - Lance - A piece in shogi - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lance throughout life.
開 means "open, begin, develop."
Open - To Make Accessible; to unlock.
Gap, Difference - A gap or difference between two things.
Open - Opening represents access, opportunity, and welcoming. May your child open doors of opportunity for themselves and others.
Begin - Beginning represents fresh starts, initiation, and new chapters. May your child begin each day and endeavor with hope.
Develop - Develop - To Expand; to grow; to progress - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of develop throughout life.
End, Close - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Gap, Difference - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Release, Let Go - Going represents departure, journey, and the courage to move toward the unknown. May your child go bravely into the world, journeying with courage.
Separate, Part - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.
花 means "flower, flower-like, to bloom."
Flower - The blossom of plants and trees; flora in general.
Flower-like - Something resembling a flower in shape; something beautifully blooming.
To Blur - For vision to become hazy; to become dizzy; to be dazzled.
Cherry Blossom - The flower of the cherry tree; plum blossom.
Congratulatory Gift - A monetary gift given on festive occasions.
Glare - A feeling of being dazzled.
Popular - Something Admired; something glamorous and celebrated.
Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.
Flower-like - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.
To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.
To Blur - The act of blur represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child blur with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Cherry Blossom - Cherry blossoms (桜) embody the Japanese concept of mono no aware—the bittersweet beauty of impermanence. May your child live fully in each moment like the cherry blossom, embracing life's beautiful transience.
Congratulatory Gift - Congratulatory gifts represent shared joy, celebration, and the bonds of community. May your child give and receive gifts of celebration, sharing joy with many.
Glare - Glare represents intense focus, brightness, and commanding attention. May your child shine with brilliance that draws positive attention.
Plum Blossoms - Plum blossoms represent resilience and hope, blooming bravely while snow still covers the ground. May your child bloom with courage like the plum, bringing hope even in winter's coldest days.
Popular - Popularity represents acceptance, appeal, and connection with many. May your child be popular for their kindness and character.
Splendid Things - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.
開 means "open, begin, develop."
Open - To Make Accessible; to unlock.
Gap, Difference - A gap or difference between two things.
Open - Opening represents access, opportunity, and welcoming. May your child open doors of opportunity for themselves and others.
Begin - Beginning represents fresh starts, initiation, and new chapters. May your child begin each day and endeavor with hope.
Develop - Develop - To Expand; to grow; to progress - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of develop throughout life.
End, Close - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Gap, Difference - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Release, Let Go - Going represents departure, journey, and the courage to move toward the unknown. May your child go bravely into the world, journeying with courage.
Separate, Part - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.
華 means "flower, to bloom, splendid."
Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.
To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.
Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.
Color - Color represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the color's dedication and skill in their life's work.
White - White represents purity, sacredness, and new beginnings in Japanese Shinto tradition. May your child maintain purity of heart, sacred and clean as fresh white snow.
China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.
開 means "open, begin, develop."
Open - To Make Accessible; to unlock.
Gap, Difference - A gap or difference between two things.
Open - Opening represents access, opportunity, and welcoming. May your child open doors of opportunity for themselves and others.
Begin - Beginning represents fresh starts, initiation, and new chapters. May your child begin each day and endeavor with hope.
Develop - Develop - To Expand; to grow; to progress - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of develop throughout life.
End, Close - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Gap, Difference - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Release, Let Go - Going represents departure, journey, and the courage to move toward the unknown. May your child go bravely into the world, journeying with courage.
Separate, Part - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.
化 means "transform, change, bewitch."
Create - To bring something into existence.
Guide - To lead or direct someone in a particular direction or towards a particular goal.
Influence - To guide and change someone's thinking.
Magic - The use of supernatural powers to produce effects.
Transform - Transform - To change form; to become different - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of transform throughout life.
Change - Changing represents transformation, adaptation, and evolution. May your child change for the better and adapt wisely.
Bewitch - Bewitch - To Enchant; to deceive with magic - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bewitch throughout life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Guide - Guiding represents leadership, wisdom, and helping others find their way. May your child guide others with wisdom and compassion.
Influence - Thinking and philosophy guide humanity toward truth and understanding. May your child think deeply and seek wisdom throughout life.
Magic - Being magic represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be magic, letting this quality guide their path.
天 means "sky, ruler of the universe, nature."
Ruler of the Universe - The Supreme Being; the controller of all things.
Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.
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.
皇 means "emperor, imperial, heaven."
Busy - Engaged in activity
Hectic - Characterized by intense activity or busyness.
Hurried - Moving or acting quickly.
King - A male ruler of a country or state.
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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Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
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きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
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