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Japanese boy(male) nameKataru
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:かたる
  • Katakanatip:カタル
  • English Syllablestip:ka-ta-ru (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ka-ta-ru (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Kataru
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Katarukun(かたるくん)Click to speech かたるくんKatachan( かたちゃん)Click to speech  かたちゃんRukun( るくん)Click to speech  るくん

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Kataru," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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- Kataru -

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means "to narrate, words, analects."

Name ideas examples

  • To Narrate - The act of narrate represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child narrate with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Chant - The act of chant represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child chant with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Converse - The act of converse represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child converse with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Inform - The act of inform represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child inform with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Words - Words carry the power to build up or tear down, to heal or wound. May your child use words wisely, building up and healing all who listen.

  • Analects - Analects - Abbreviation for "Rongo" (Analects of Confucius) - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of analects throughout life.

  • Converse, Chat - Converse/Chat - To engage in friendly conversation - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of converse/chat throughout life.

  • Express, Say - Express/Say - To make known one's thoughts or feelings - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of express/say throughout life.

  • Narrate, Tell - Narrate/Tell - To relate a story or an event - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of narrate/tell throughout life.

  • Proclaim, Declare - Proclaim/Declare - To make a statement or announcement - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of proclaim/declare throughout life.

  • Recite, Read - Recite/Read - To read aloud with expression - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of recite/read throughout life.

  • Speak, Talk - Speaking represents expression, communication, and the power of words. May your child speak wisely, using words to heal, inspire, and connect.

  • Teach, Instruct - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

才琉- Kataru -

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means "talent, ability, only."

  • Talent - Innate Ability; natural aptitude.

  • Ability - Skill; capability; intelligence.

  • Only - Barely; just; merely. same as 纔.

  • Age - Used in place of "sai" to indicate years of age.

  • Quality - The quality or caliber of someone's work.

  • Wisdom - The knowledge and understanding of a subject or situation.

Name ideas examples

  • Talent - Talent represents natural gifts, abilities, and potential for excellence. May your child discover and develop their unique talents.

  • Ability - Ability - Skill; capability; intelligence - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ability throughout life.

  • Only - Being the only one represents uniqueness, specialness, and irreplaceable value. May your child know they are the only one of their kind, uniquely valuable.

  • Age - Age brings wisdom, experience, and the perspective of time. May your child grow wiser with age, valuing each year's gifts.

  • Quality - Quality - The quality or caliber of someone's work - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of quality throughout life.

  • Wisdom - Wisdom in Japanese culture means not just knowledge, but the discernment to apply it with compassion. May your child grow wise in both mind and heart, using knowledge to serve and help others.

means "lapis lazuli, ryukyu."

Name ideas examples

  • Lapis Lazuli - Lapis lazuli represents the night sky, truth, and royal wisdom in many ancient cultures. May your child possess lapis lazuli's depth, embodying truth and royal wisdom.

  • Ryukyu - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.

結琉- Kataru -

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means "tie, connect, conclusion."

Name ideas examples

  • Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • To Bind or Tie Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.

  • Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.

  • Conclusion - Conclusion represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of conclusion.

  • A Hairstyle - Hair represents vitality, beauty, and in Japan, spiritual power and discipline. May your child possess vitality and beauty, their hair a crown of health.

means "lapis lazuli, ryukyu."

Name ideas examples

  • Lapis Lazuli - Lapis lazuli represents the night sky, truth, and royal wisdom in many ancient cultures. May your child possess lapis lazuli's depth, embodying truth and royal wisdom.

  • Ryukyu - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.

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