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Japanese girl(female) nameKan
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:かん
  • Katakanatip:カン
  • English Syllablestip:kan (1)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ka-n (2)
  • English transcriptionstip:Kan
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kanchan(かんちゃん)Click to speech かんちゃんKanchanko( かんちゃんこ)Click to speech  かんちゃんこKanpyon( かんぴょん)Click to speech  かんぴょん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 5 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 "Kan," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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- Kan -

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means "lenient, tolerant, generous."

Name ideas examples

  • Generous - Having a generous and open-minded attitude, encouraging kindness and understanding.

  • Relaxed - Not strict or rigid, having a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere.

  • Spacious - Having a lot of space or room, allowing for growth and exploration.

- Kan -

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means "citrus, orange, tangerine."

  • Citrus Fruit - A type of citrus fruit, usually referring to mandarin oranges.

  • Small Tree - A small, evergreen tree of the Rutaceae family.

Name ideas examples

  • Sweet - Refers to the sweet taste of the citrus fruit.

  • Bright - Refers to the bright color of the citrus fruit.

  • Prosperous - Refers to the abundance of the citrus fruit.

- Kan -

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means "bookmark, label, guide."

  • Bookmark - A bookmark placed in a book to mark one's place.

  • Guidebook - A guidebook or handbook.

  • Tree Marker - A marker made by breaking off a branch of a tree while walking in a mountain or forest, to help avoid getting lost.

Name ideas examples

  • Guide - This kanji is often used to mark a path or guide someone, so it could be a suitable name for a baby who is seen as a guide or leader.

  • Marker - This kanji is also used to mark a book or other item, so it could be a suitable name for a baby who is seen as a marker or signpost.

  • Sign - This kanji is also used to mark a path or guide someone, so it could be a suitable name for a baby who is seen as a sign or symbol.

  • Path - This kanji is often used to mark a path or guide someone, so it could be a suitable name for a baby who is seen as a path or journey.

  • Bookmark - This kanji is also used to mark a book or other item, so it could be a suitable name for a baby who is seen as a bookmark or reminder.

- Kan -

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means "ring, circle."

  • Ring - A round object shaped like a ring.

  • Circulate - To move around in a circle.

  • Surround - To encircle or enclose.

  • Encompass - To encompass or encompass something.

  • Revolve - To move in a circle or orbit.

Name ideas examples

  • Ring - Symbolizing the unending love and protection of a parent for their child.

  • Circulate - Representing the idea of a child's life being filled with joy and happiness.

  • Surround - Representing the idea of a child being surrounded by love and support.

  • Encompass - Representing the idea of a child being embraced by a loving family.

  • Revolve - Representing the idea of a child's life revolving around the love and care of their family.

かん- Kan -

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

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