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Kaname
Kaname- Gender:Male
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:かなめ - :カナメ
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Kanatchi(かなっち)
Kanapi( かなぴー)Kanabo( かなぼう)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. 
See the girls' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: 
Kaname
Kanji Names & Meanings - 17 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 "Kaname," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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叶夢- Kaname -
叶 means "fulfill, grant, satisfy."
Fulfillment - To have one's wishes or desires fulfilled.
Harmony - To be in agreement or accord.
Agreement - To be in harmony or accord.
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Fulfillment - To bring joy and contentment to the parents and the baby, and to have one's wishes and dreams come true.
Harmony - To bring peace and balance to the family, and to create a harmonious atmosphere.
Agreement - To bring unity and understanding to the family, and to create a sense of agreement and understanding.
夢 means "dream, vision, illusion."
Dream - Something seen while sleeping.
Fleeting - Something fleeting like a dream.
Dark - Unclear and not obvious.
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翔命- Kaname -
翔 means "soar, fly, glide."
To Soar - To fly through the air with grace and ease.
To Go Forth With Both Hands Outstretched - To move forward with determination and confidence.
To Circle - To turn around and look back.
To Be Discerning - To be able to make wise decisions based on careful consideration.
To Be Detailed - To be thorough and precise in one's work.
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To Fly - This is a positive and uplifting meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and strength to soar to great heights.
To Soar - This is a powerful and inspiring meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach their goals.
To Circulate - This is a meaningful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the ability to move freely and make connections with others.
To Reach Out - This is a hopeful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach out and make a difference in the world.
To Look Back - This is a reflective and thoughtful meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the wisdom to look back and learn from their experiences.
To Be Discriminating - This is a wise and mature meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the discernment to make wise decisions.
To Be Detailed - This is a precise and analytical meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the attention to detail to make sure things are done correctly.
命 means "life, fate, destiny."
Life - The predetermined fate of life.
Fate - The predetermined course of events.
Naming - Giving a name to something.
Words - A vow or promise.
Aim - A sign or target.
Honor - A respectful title given to gods or important people.
Command - An order from someone of higher authority.
Ordering - Telling or commanding someone to do something.
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Life - This is the most common meaning of the kanji, and is often used when naming a baby. It symbolizes the hope that the child will have a long and healthy life.
Destiny - This meaning implies that the child's life is predetermined by fate, and that their future is already set.
Name - This meaning suggests that the child will have a name that will be remembered and respected.
Oath - This meaning implies that the child will be bound by an oath or promise that they will keep.
Aim - This meaning suggests that the child will have a goal or purpose in life that they will strive to achieve.
Respect - This meaning of implies that the child will be respected and honored by others.
Command - This meaning of suggests that the child will be given orders or instructions by those in authority.
火 means "fire."
Fire - The light and heat produced when something burns.
Light - A source of illumination.
Burning - To set fire to, to ignite, to consume by fire.
Hurrying - To move quickly, to rush, to be imminent.
Element - One of the five elements, south in direction, red in color.
Tuesday - One of the seven days of the week.
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Fire - Symbolizing passion, energy, and strength.
Light - Symbolizing hope, guidance, and enlightenment.
Burning - Symbolizing intensity, ambition, and determination.
Hurrying - Symbolizing speed, agility, and quickness.
Element - Symbolizing balance, harmony, and unity.
Tuesday - Symbolizing creativity, productivity, and progress.
奈 means "nara, name of a place in Japan."
Fruit Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits, such as an apple tree.
Nashi - Refers to a type of pear, also known as the Asian pear.
Fruit Like Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits similar to apples.
A question or rhetorical expression used to express doubt or contradiction.
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Fruitful - This kanji implies abundance and prosperity, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of abundance and success.
Tangy - This kanji implies a zest for life and a vibrant personality, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of energy and enthusiasm.
Apple - This kanji implies sweetness and innocence, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of joy and innocence.
Resilient - This kanji implies strength and perseverance, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of strength and determination.
芽 means "bud, sprout."
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
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要- Kaname -
要 means "essential, necessary, important."
Necessary, Important - To require, to be essential, to be important, to summarize, to simplify, to conclude.
Waist - To wear around the waist, to put around the waist.
Govern, Organize - To organize, to tie together, to conclude.
Threaten - To threaten, to coerce.
Certainly, Definitely - Certainly, definitely.
Accounting - Accounting book, ledger, securities, promissory note.
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Essential - Necessary for something to exist or happen, of great importance.
Important - Of great significance or value, worthy of attention.
Cherished - Highly valued and cared for, held dear.
Summarize - To condense or reduce to a briefer form.
Unite - To bring together in a close relationship, to join or combine.
Vow - To make a solemn promise or pledge, to swear an oath.
Intimidate - To make fearful or to put in fear, to coerce.
Certainly - Without a doubt, definitely.
叶 means "fulfill, grant, satisfy."
Fulfillment - To have one's wishes or desires fulfilled.
Harmony - To be in agreement or accord.
Agreement - To be in harmony or accord.
Name ideas examples
Fulfillment - To bring joy and contentment to the parents and the baby, and to have one's wishes and dreams come true.
Harmony - To bring peace and balance to the family, and to create a harmonious atmosphere.
Agreement - To bring unity and understanding to the family, and to create a sense of agreement and understanding.
馬 means "horse."
Horse - A hoofed mammal of the family Equidae, kept as a domesticated animal.
Metaphor - A large animal used as a metaphor.
Chess Piece - The pieces in the game of shogi, such as the "dragon horse(竜馬)" and the "keima(桂馬)".
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枢- Kaname -
叶人- Kaname -
叶 means "fulfill, grant, satisfy."
Fulfillment - To have one's wishes or desires fulfilled.
Harmony - To be in agreement or accord.
Agreement - To be in harmony or accord.
Name ideas examples
Fulfillment - To bring joy and contentment to the parents and the baby, and to have one's wishes and dreams come true.
Harmony - To bring peace and balance to the family, and to create a harmonious atmosphere.
Agreement - To bring unity and understanding to the family, and to create a sense of agreement and understanding.
人 means "person, human."
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Name ideas examples
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
哉芽- Kaname -
哉 means "particle indicating strong emotion or emphasis."
A Question Or Contradiction - Read as "Ka" and "Ya", to be used to express a sense of doubt or disbelief .
An Exclamation - Read as "Kana", to be used to express admiration or awe.
A Beginning - The beginning or start of something.
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Beginning - This kanji can be used to signify the beginning of something, such as the start of a new life. It can also be used to represent the start of a new journey or a new chapter in life.
Wonder - This kanji can be used to express a sense of wonder or curiosity. It can be used to signify the joy of discovering something new or the excitement of embarking on a new adventure.
Admiration - This kanji can be used to express admiration or appreciation for something. It can be used to signify the admiration of a new accomplishment or the appreciation of a new experience.
Awe - This kanji can be used to express a sense of awe or reverence. It can be used to signify the awe of a new discovery or the reverence of a new journey.
芽 means "bud, sprout."
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
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哉馬- Kaname -
哉 means "particle indicating strong emotion or emphasis."
A Question Or Contradiction - Read as "Ka" and "Ya", to be used to express a sense of doubt or disbelief .
An Exclamation - Read as "Kana", to be used to express admiration or awe.
A Beginning - The beginning or start of something.
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Beginning - This kanji can be used to signify the beginning of something, such as the start of a new life. It can also be used to represent the start of a new journey or a new chapter in life.
Wonder - This kanji can be used to express a sense of wonder or curiosity. It can be used to signify the joy of discovering something new or the excitement of embarking on a new adventure.
Admiration - This kanji can be used to express admiration or appreciation for something. It can be used to signify the admiration of a new accomplishment or the appreciation of a new experience.
Awe - This kanji can be used to express a sense of awe or reverence. It can be used to signify the awe of a new discovery or the reverence of a new journey.
馬 means "horse."
Horse - A hoofed mammal of the family Equidae, kept as a domesticated animal.
Metaphor - A large animal used as a metaphor.
Chess Piece - The pieces in the game of shogi, such as the "dragon horse(竜馬)" and the "keima(桂馬)".
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奏明- Kaname -
奏 means "play music, perform, report, petition."
Perform - To play or execute a musical piece.
Accomplish - To complete or bring something to a successful conclusion.
Recommend - To suggest or advise something.
Offer - To present or give something.
Dedicate - To present or give something as an offering.
Declare - To state or express something.
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To Perform - It conveys the idea of performing something of value for the child, such as a song or a dance.
To Recommend - It conveys the idea of offering advice and guidance to the child as they grow up.
To Offer - It conveys the idea of offering something of value to the child, such as love, support, and guidance.
To Present - It conveys the idea of presenting something of value to the child, such as a gift or a blessing.
To Accomplish - It conveys the idea of achieving something of value for the child, such as a goal or a dream.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious."
Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Name ideas examples
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
奏馬- Kaname -
奏 means "play music, perform, report, petition."
Perform - To play or execute a musical piece.
Accomplish - To complete or bring something to a successful conclusion.
Recommend - To suggest or advise something.
Offer - To present or give something.
Dedicate - To present or give something as an offering.
Declare - To state or express something.
Name ideas examples
To Perform - It conveys the idea of performing something of value for the child, such as a song or a dance.
To Recommend - It conveys the idea of offering advice and guidance to the child as they grow up.
To Offer - It conveys the idea of offering something of value to the child, such as love, support, and guidance.
To Present - It conveys the idea of presenting something of value to the child, such as a gift or a blessing.
To Accomplish - It conveys the idea of achieving something of value for the child, such as a goal or a dream.
馬 means "horse."
Horse - A hoofed mammal of the family Equidae, kept as a domesticated animal.
Metaphor - A large animal used as a metaphor.
Chess Piece - The pieces in the game of shogi, such as the "dragon horse(竜馬)" and the "keima(桂馬)".
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彼芽- Kaname -
彼 means "he, him, boyfriend."
He, That Person - Refers to a specific person, usually someone known to the speaker.
Those People - Refers to a group of people, usually known to the speaker.
The Other Person, Thing - Refers to someone or something that is not the speaker or the people the speaker is talking to.
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芽 means "bud, sprout."
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
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要人- Kaname -
要 means "essential, necessary, important."
Necessary, Important - To require, to be essential, to be important, to summarize, to simplify, to conclude.
Waist - To wear around the waist, to put around the waist.
Govern, Organize - To organize, to tie together, to conclude.
Threaten - To threaten, to coerce.
Certainly, Definitely - Certainly, definitely.
Accounting - Accounting book, ledger, securities, promissory note.
Name ideas examples
Essential - Necessary for something to exist or happen, of great importance.
Important - Of great significance or value, worthy of attention.
Cherished - Highly valued and cared for, held dear.
Summarize - To condense or reduce to a briefer form.
Unite - To bring together in a close relationship, to join or combine.
Vow - To make a solemn promise or pledge, to swear an oath.
Intimidate - To make fearful or to put in fear, to coerce.
Certainly - Without a doubt, definitely.
人 means "person, human."
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Name ideas examples
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
加南芽- Kaname -
加 means "add, include, augment."
To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.
To Join, Participate - To become part of a group or situation.
To Influence - To have an effect on something or someone.
In Addition, On Top Of That - To add something extra to an existing situation.
Addition, Sum - A mathematical operation in which two or more numbers are added together.
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Blessing - To bestow a blessing or good fortune on someone.
Increase - To make something larger or more numerous.
Friendship - To form a close bond with someone.
Unity - To bring together different elements to form a single whole.
南 means "south, southern."
South - A direction or orientation. To go south.
A character used to transcribe the sound of Sanskrit (Bongo).
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South - This kanji that symbolizes the idea of going forward and making progress.
This kanji that symbolizes the idea of transcending boundaries and cultures.
芽 means "bud, sprout."
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
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和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
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Harmonious - This kanji implies that the baby will bring peace and harmony to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Calm - This kanji implies that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and tranquility.
Peaceful - This kanji implies that the baby will bring a sense of peace and serenity to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Japan - This kanji implies that the baby will be a symbol of the Japanese culture and will bring a sense of pride and honor to the family.
Get Along - This kanji implies that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
Respond - This kanji implies that the baby will be a responsive and attentive listener. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
生 means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."
To Live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.
To Dwell - Dwelling, living, life.
Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.
To Grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.
Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.
Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.
Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.
Student - Student, pupil, disciple.
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Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.
Life - Representing the preciousness of life.
Living - Signifying the joy of living.
To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.
To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.
To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.
Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.
Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.
Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.
芽 means "bud, sprout."
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
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Real Persons
The list contains people mentioned in Wikipedia. All JP links are in Japanese only. Sorry!
- 遠藤 要 Japanese actor (1983- )
EN JP - 荻野 要 Japanese jockey (1979- ) JP
- 林 要 Japanese businessman (1973- ) JP
- 横尾 要 professional golfer (1972- ) EN JP
- 田嶋 要 Japanese politician (1961- ) EN JP
- 水野 要 (1954- ) JP
- 山本 要 Japanese politician (1941- ) JP
- 木村 要 Japanese judge (1937- ) JP
- 興津 要 (1924-1999) JP
- 斎藤 要 Japanese agronomist and chemist (1922-2004) JP
- 原田 要 Japanese flying ace of World War II (1916-2016) EN JP
- 宮崎 要 Japanese baseball player (1916-1965) JP
- 遠藤 要 Japanese politician (1915-2010) JP
- 中岡 要 (1911- ) JP
- 中村 要 Japanese astronomer (1904-1932) JP
- 赤松 要 Japanese economist (1896-1974) JP
- 井上 要 29 May 1865 - certain 18 Mar 1943 (1865-1943) JP
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