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Kenchan(けんちゃん)
Jii( じぃー)
Kenken( けんけん)![]()
This name is also used as a surname:
Kenji
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 "Kenji," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
慈 means "to love, compassionate, mother."
To Love - To show deep affection and care for someone, similar to how a parent cares for their child.
Compassionate - To Show Mercy; to be kind.
To Love - To love is the highest calling, giving oneself for the wellbeing of others. May your child love deeply and be deeply loved, finding life's greatest meaning in love.
Compassionate - Compassionate - To show mercy; to be kind - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of compassionate throughout life.
Mother - Mothers represent nurturing love, unconditional care, and the warmth of home. May your child embody or honor motherly love—nurturing, unconditional, and warm.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
侍 means "to serve, samurai, to be."
To Serve - To attend on people of high status; also, such a person.
To be - The polite form of "to be" or "to exist."
Samurai - A warrior.
To Serve - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
嗣 means "heir, succeed, continue."
Heir - One who inherits.
Succeed - To follow in position.
To Succeed - To take over and continue the legacy of a family or lineage.
Continue - To carry on a legacy.
Heir - Heirs inherit not just wealth but also responsibility and tradition. May your child be a worthy heir, honoring their inheritance with responsibility.
Succeed - Succeeding represents achievement, reaching goals, and accomplishment. May your child succeed in worthy pursuits and help others succeed.
To Succeed - The act of succeed represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child succeed with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
件 means "matter, item, affair."
Distinguish - To recognize or identify as being different from something else.
Divide - To separate into parts or categories.
Mentioned Before - Something that was previously mentioned in a sentence or document.
Thing - Any physical object or matter.
Matter - Matter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the matter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Item - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Affair - Affair - A matter of concern; business - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of affair throughout life.
Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Distinguish - Distinguishing represents discernment, excellence, and standing out positively. May your child distinguish themselves through excellence and integrity.
Divide - Dividing represents discernment, fair distribution, and clear thinking. May your child divide fairly and make wise distinctions.
Mentioned Before - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Thing - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
縣 means "prefecture, county."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
County - County - A District; a province - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of county throughout life.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
険 means "steep, dangerous, harsh."
Harsh - Severe and Unforgiving; strict.
Sharp - Describes a place that is sharp or pointed.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Dangerous - Being dangerous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be dangerous, letting this quality guide their path.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe and unforgiving; strict - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
Sharp - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
士 means "gentleman, scholar, samurai."
Gentleman - A man of good character.
Scholar - A learned person.
Duty - Performing duties or serving in an official capacity.
Official - A mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.
Qualified Person - A person with certain qualifications or skills.
Gentleman - A gentleman combines courtesy, honor, and consideration for others. May your child embody gentlemanly virtues of courtesy and honor.
Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.
Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues
Adult Male - Adult Male - An adult male - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adult male throughout life.
Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Qualified Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
嗣 means "heir, succeed, continue."
Heir - One who inherits.
Succeed - To follow in position.
To Succeed - To take over and continue the legacy of a family or lineage.
Continue - To carry on a legacy.
Heir - Heirs inherit not just wealth but also responsibility and tradition. May your child be a worthy heir, honoring their inheritance with responsibility.
Succeed - Succeeding represents achievement, reaching goals, and accomplishment. May your child succeed in worthy pursuits and help others succeed.
To Succeed - The act of succeed represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child succeed with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
嗣 means "heir, succeed, continue."
Heir - One who inherits.
Succeed - To follow in position.
To Succeed - To take over and continue the legacy of a family or lineage.
Continue - To carry on a legacy.
Heir - Heirs inherit not just wealth but also responsibility and tradition. May your child be a worthy heir, honoring their inheritance with responsibility.
Succeed - Succeeding represents achievement, reaching goals, and accomplishment. May your child succeed in worthy pursuits and help others succeed.
To Succeed - The act of succeed represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child succeed with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
乾 means "dry, superficial, heaven."
Northwest - The northwest direction.
Surface - On the surface, on the upper side.
Symbol - A symbol of a ruler, male, or other authority figure.
Dry - Dryness represents clarity, stability, and freedom from excess. May your child maintain clarity, stable and clear without unnecessary burdens.
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.
Northwest - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Surface - Surface - On the surface, on the upper side - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of surface throughout life.
Symbol - Symbol - A symbol of a ruler, male, or other authority figu - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of symbol throughout life.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
寿 means "long, age, celebration."
Celebration - To Celebrate Long Life; to wish longevity.
Celebrate - To rejoice and celebrate a long life or a happy occasion.
Long - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Age - Age brings wisdom, experience, and the perspective of time. May your child grow wiser with age, valuing each year's gifts.
Celebration - Celebration represents joy, gratitude, and the marking of life's important moments. May your child's life be full of celebrations, marking many joyous moments.
Celebrate - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
示 means "show, indicate, reveal."
Instruct - To give directions or advice.
Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.
Indicate - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Instruct - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
弐 means "two, again, to betray."
Two - Same as 二 (two).
Formal Two - A complex character used in contracts to prevent alteration.
To Betray - Used to represent having two minds or being disloyal.
Assistant - The second rank in the Dazaifu regional administration.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Formal Two - Form represents shape, structure, and the visible expression of inner essence. May your child give beautiful form to their ideas, expressing their inner essence.
To Betray - The act of betray represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child betray with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Add - The act of add represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child add with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Assistant - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
誌 means "record, journal, mark."
To Record - To make a record of something.
Journal - A Periodical; a magazine.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
To Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Journal - Being journal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be journal, letting this quality guide their path.
Mark - Mark - A Sign; an indication - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of mark throughout life.
剛 means "strong, rigid, hard."
Hard - Solid and firm.
Fierce - Having a violent or aggressive nature.
Firm - Having a solid, almost unyielding structure or consistency.
Immediate - Happening or done without delay.
Precise - Exact and accurate.
Resolute - Having a strong determination and a firm purpose.
Sturdy - Strong and durable.
Rigid - Rigid - Stiff; unyielding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rigid throughout life.
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Fierce - Fierce - Having a violent or aggressive nature - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fierce throughout life.
Firm - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.
Immediate - Immediate - Happening or done without delay - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of immediate throughout life.
Precise - Precise - Exact and accurate - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of precise throughout life.
Resolute - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
Sturdy - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
士 means "gentleman, scholar, samurai."
Gentleman - A man of good character.
Scholar - A learned person.
Duty - Performing duties or serving in an official capacity.
Official - A mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.
Qualified Person - A person with certain qualifications or skills.
Gentleman - A gentleman combines courtesy, honor, and consideration for others. May your child embody gentlemanly virtues of courtesy and honor.
Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.
Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues
Adult Male - Adult Male - An adult male - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adult male throughout life.
Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Qualified Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
兒 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A term used by a child when referring to themselves to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
持 means "hold, keep, have."
Hold - Holding represents keeping, maintaining, and treasuring. May your child hold fast to what is good and let go of what is not.
To Hold, Carry - The act of hold/carry represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child hold/carry with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Keep - Keeping represents maintaining, preserving, and faithful holding. May your child keep their promises and maintain what matters.
Have - Having represents possession, gratitude, and appreciating what one holds. May your child have enough, and appreciate all they have with gratitude.
暄 means "warm."
Warm - Warmth represents kindness, comfort, and the welcoming nature of a loving heart. May your child radiate warmth, making all who meet them feel welcomed and loved.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
与 means "to give, to participate, together."
To Give - To bestow.
To be Involved - To Participate; to be related; to engage.
And - Indicating parallel items.
Contradiction - To express a contradiction.
Exclamation - Expressing admiration.
Lament - To express sorrow or regret.
Question - Indicating doubt.
Rhetorical - Indicating rhetorical question.
Than - Indicating comparison.
With - Indicating the object of an action.
To Give - Giving represents generosity, love in action, and the joy of blessing others. May your child give generously, finding joy in blessing others.
To be Involved - The act of be involved represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be involved with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
And - Connection and addition bring elements together meaningfully. May your child connect well with others and add value to the world.
Contradiction - Contradiction represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of contradiction.
Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.
Lament - Lament represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive lament throughout life.
Question - Questions represent curiosity, inquiry, and the search for understanding. May your child ask good questions and seek true answers.
Rhetorical - Being rhetorical represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be rhetorical, letting this quality guide their path.
Than - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
With - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
乾 means "dry, superficial, heaven."
Northwest - The northwest direction.
Surface - On the surface, on the upper side.
Symbol - A symbol of a ruler, male, or other authority figure.
Dry - Dryness represents clarity, stability, and freedom from excess. May your child maintain clarity, stable and clear without unnecessary burdens.
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.
Northwest - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Surface - Surface - On the surface, on the upper side - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of surface throughout life.
Symbol - Symbol - A symbol of a ruler, male, or other authority figu - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of symbol throughout life.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
鎌 means "sickle, scythe, kamakura."
Sickle - A curved blade for cutting grain.
Scythe - A tool for harvesting crops.
Kamakura - A historic city in Japan.
Sickle - Sickle - A curved blade for cutting grain - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of sickle throughout life.
Scythe - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
Kamakura - Kamakura - A historic city in Japan - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of kamakura throughout life.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
虔 means "."
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
而 means "and, yet, you."
And - A conjunctive particle for continuation.
You - Addressing the other person.
Beard - Facial hair.
Moreover - Used to introduce a further point or fact in support of an argument.
And - Connection and addition bring elements together meaningfully. May your child connect well with others and add value to the world.
Yet - Yet - However; nevertheless; expressing contrast - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of yet throughout life.
You - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Beard - Beard - Facial hair - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of beard throughout life.
Moreover - Moreover represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the moreover's dedication and skill in their life's work.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
一 means "one, once, first."
A Certain - One Particular; some specific.
Little - Something that is small or minimal.
Or - Alternatively; on the other hand.
Solely - Exclusively; only; single-mindedly.
One - One represents beginning, unity, and being first or the best in one's endeavors. May your child be one with their purpose, unified in heart and action, striving for excellence.
Once - Once represents the precious uniqueness of each moment and opportunity. May your child recognize and seize unique opportunities as they arise.
First - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
A Certain - Certainty represents something specific and meaningful, even when unnamed. May your child recognize what is certain and important in their life.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
At a Time - Taking things one at a time represents patience and methodical progress. May your child approach challenges one step at a time with patience.
Indeed - Indeed represents affirmation, truth, and emphatic agreement. May your child speak truth with conviction and recognize it in others.
Little - Little represents appreciation for small things and the power of modest beginnings. May your child appreciate life's small wonders and grow from humble beginnings.
Or - Choice and alternatives open doors to different possibilities. May your child wisely consider alternatives and make good choices.
Same - Sameness represents equality, consistency, and fair treatment of all. May your child treat all equally, consistent in their fairness to everyone.
Slightly - Subtle differences and small adjustments often make significant impact. May your child appreciate subtle nuances that make a difference.
Solely - Solely represents focus, exclusivity, and complete dedication. May your child be solely dedicated to what matters most.
Unify - Unifying represents bringing together, creating harmony, and building consensus. May your child unify those around them in common purpose.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
け is hiragana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
ん is hiragana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
将 means "general, lead, about to."
General - Being general represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be general, letting this quality guide their path.
Lead - Leading represents guidance, going first, and showing the way. May your child lead with wisdom, courage, and compassion.
To Lead Troops - Leading represents guidance, responsibility, and inspiring others forward. May your child lead with wisdom, inspiring others toward good.
About to - About To - Going to; on the verge of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of about to throughout life.
Support - Supporting represents help, foundation, and being there for others. May your child support others and receive support when needed.
け is hiragana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
ん is hiragana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
件 means "matter, item, affair."
Distinguish - To recognize or identify as being different from something else.
Divide - To separate into parts or categories.
Mentioned Before - Something that was previously mentioned in a sentence or document.
Thing - Any physical object or matter.
Matter - Matter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the matter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Item - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Affair - Affair - A matter of concern; business - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of affair throughout life.
Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Distinguish - Distinguishing represents discernment, excellence, and standing out positively. May your child distinguish themselves through excellence and integrity.
Divide - Dividing represents discernment, fair distribution, and clear thinking. May your child divide fairly and make wise distinctions.
Mentioned Before - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Thing - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
件 means "matter, item, affair."
Distinguish - To recognize or identify as being different from something else.
Divide - To separate into parts or categories.
Mentioned Before - Something that was previously mentioned in a sentence or document.
Thing - Any physical object or matter.
Matter - Matter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the matter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Item - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Affair - Affair - A matter of concern; business - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of affair throughout life.
Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Distinguish - Distinguishing represents discernment, excellence, and standing out positively. May your child distinguish themselves through excellence and integrity.
Divide - Dividing represents discernment, fair distribution, and clear thinking. May your child divide fairly and make wise distinctions.
Mentioned Before - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Thing - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
件 means "matter, item, affair."
Distinguish - To recognize or identify as being different from something else.
Divide - To separate into parts or categories.
Mentioned Before - Something that was previously mentioned in a sentence or document.
Thing - Any physical object or matter.
Matter - Matter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the matter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Item - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Affair - Affair - A matter of concern; business - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of affair throughout life.
Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Distinguish - Distinguishing represents discernment, excellence, and standing out positively. May your child distinguish themselves through excellence and integrity.
Divide - Dividing represents discernment, fair distribution, and clear thinking. May your child divide fairly and make wise distinctions.
Mentioned Before - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Thing - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
件 means "matter, item, affair."
Distinguish - To recognize or identify as being different from something else.
Divide - To separate into parts or categories.
Mentioned Before - Something that was previously mentioned in a sentence or document.
Thing - Any physical object or matter.
Matter - Matter represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the matter's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Item - Measurement enables fair assessment and proper understanding. May your child measure what matters by proper standards.
Affair - Affair - A matter of concern; business - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of affair throughout life.
Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Distinguish - Distinguishing represents discernment, excellence, and standing out positively. May your child distinguish themselves through excellence and integrity.
Divide - Dividing represents discernment, fair distribution, and clear thinking. May your child divide fairly and make wise distinctions.
Mentioned Before - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Thing - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
之 means "this, to go, possessive particle."
This - That; pointing to a person, thing, or matter.
Possessive Particle - Indicating subject relationship.
This - Specificity represents focus, attention, and being present. May your child be fully present in this moment, this place.
To Go - Going represents departure, journey, and the courage to move toward the unknown. May your child go bravely into the world, journeying with courage.
Possessive Particle - Possessive Particle - Indicating subject relationship - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of possessive particle throughout life.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
仁 means "benevolence, humanity, kernel."
Benevolence - Kindness; compassion.
Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.
Fruit - The seed of a fruit.
Person - An individual human being.
Benevolence - Benevolence (仁) is the highest Confucian virtue, representing love for all humanity. May your child's heart overflow with benevolence, loving others as they love themselves.
Humanity - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Kernel - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Affection - Affection represents warmth, caring connection, and tender love. May your child give and receive deep affection.
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Person - Each person is unique, with their own path and purpose in life. May your child become a person of integrity, kindness, and purpose.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
字 means "character, courtesy name, to nurture."
Character - A symbol for writing language; a letter.
Courtesy Name - A name given after coming of age, in addition to one's real name.
Plot - A small division within a town or village.
Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.
Courtesy Name - Names carry identity, destiny, and in Japan, the power to shape one's future. May your child honor their name, living up to its promise and meaning.
To Nurture - The act of nurture represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child nurture with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Plot - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
己 means "self, sixth."
Sixth - The sixth of the ten celestial stems.
I - First person pronoun.
Center - Center in the eight directions.
Earth - The element of Earth in the Five Elements system.
Self - Self - Oneself; the individual - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of self throughout life.
Sixth - The sky represents limitless possibility, aspiration, and higher ideals. May your child reach toward the sky with boundless dreams.
I - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Center - The center represents balance, stability, and being at the heart of things. May your child find their center, balanced and stable at the heart of their world.
Earth - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
滋 means "nourish, grow, rich."
Nourish - To provide sustenance.
Rich - Full of nutrients.
More - Increasingly; even more.
Nourish - Nourish - To provide sustenance - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of nourish throughout life.
Grow - Growing represents development, maturation, and continuous improvement. May your child grow in wisdom, stature, and favor throughout life.
Rich - Rich - Full of nutrients - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rich throughout life.
More - More - Increasingly; even more - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of more throughout life.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
爾 means "you, that, so."
You - Second-person Pronoun; your.
Only - Meaning "just" or "merely."
State - Attached to describe conditions.
You - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
So - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.
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.
State - State represents condition, status, and the current circumstance of being. May your child maintain a good state of mind, body, and spirit.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
示 means "show, indicate, reveal."
Instruct - To give directions or advice.
Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.
Indicate - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Instruct - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
自 means "self, naturally, from."
Basis, Foundation - Serving as the basis or starting point for something.
Own - Belonging to oneself.
Use, Employ - To make use of something for a particular purpose.
Self - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Naturally - Naturally - By Itself; spontaneously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of naturally throughout life.
From - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Basis, Foundation - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Own - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
Use, Employ - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
健 means "healthy, strong, skilled."
Healthy - In good physical condition.
Long-lasting - Having the ability to last for a long time.
Powerful - Having great strength and power.
Healthy - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strong - Strength includes physical power, mental fortitude, and moral courage. May your child be strong in body, mind, and spirit, facing all with courage.
Skilled - Skilled - Capable; talented - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Powerful - Being powerful represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be powerful, letting this quality guide their path.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
兼 means "to combine, together, unable to."
In Advance - Beforehand; previously.
Not Possible - To indicate that something is not possible or unlikely.
To Combine - The act of combine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child combine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Unable to - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand. May your child be tough enough to face life's challenges.
Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
In Advance - In Advance - Beforehand; previously - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of in advance throughout life.
Not Possible - Being not possible represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be not possible, letting this quality guide their path.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
券 means "ticket, certificate, bond."
Ticket - A document permitting entry or service.
Certificate - An Official Document; a voucher.
Bond - A Financial Certificate; a promissory note.
Coupon - A voucher or ticket that can be exchanged for goods or services.
Receipt - A document that serves as proof of payment or receipt of goods or services.
Ticket - Ticket - A document permitting entry or service - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ticket throughout life.
Certificate - Certificate - An official document; a voucher - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of certificate throughout life.
Bond - Bond - A financial certificate; a promissory note - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bond throughout life.
Coupon - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Receipt - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
券 means "ticket, certificate, bond."
Ticket - A document permitting entry or service.
Certificate - An Official Document; a voucher.
Bond - A Financial Certificate; a promissory note.
Coupon - A voucher or ticket that can be exchanged for goods or services.
Receipt - A document that serves as proof of payment or receipt of goods or services.
Ticket - Ticket - A document permitting entry or service - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ticket throughout life.
Certificate - Certificate - An official document; a voucher - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of certificate throughout life.
Bond - Bond - A financial certificate; a promissory note - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bond throughout life.
Coupon - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Receipt - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
券 means "ticket, certificate, bond."
Ticket - A document permitting entry or service.
Certificate - An Official Document; a voucher.
Bond - A Financial Certificate; a promissory note.
Coupon - A voucher or ticket that can be exchanged for goods or services.
Receipt - A document that serves as proof of payment or receipt of goods or services.
Ticket - Ticket - A document permitting entry or service - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ticket throughout life.
Certificate - Certificate - An official document; a voucher - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of certificate throughout life.
Bond - Bond - A financial certificate; a promissory note - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bond throughout life.
Coupon - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Receipt - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
券 means "ticket, certificate, bond."
Ticket - A document permitting entry or service.
Certificate - An Official Document; a voucher.
Bond - A Financial Certificate; a promissory note.
Coupon - A voucher or ticket that can be exchanged for goods or services.
Receipt - A document that serves as proof of payment or receipt of goods or services.
Ticket - Ticket - A document permitting entry or service - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ticket throughout life.
Certificate - Certificate - An official document; a voucher - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of certificate throughout life.
Bond - Bond - A financial certificate; a promissory note - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bond throughout life.
Coupon - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Receipt - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
券 means "ticket, certificate, bond."
Ticket - A document permitting entry or service.
Certificate - An Official Document; a voucher.
Bond - A Financial Certificate; a promissory note.
Coupon - A voucher or ticket that can be exchanged for goods or services.
Receipt - A document that serves as proof of payment or receipt of goods or services.
Ticket - Ticket - A document permitting entry or service - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ticket throughout life.
Certificate - Certificate - An official document; a voucher - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of certificate throughout life.
Bond - Bond - A financial certificate; a promissory note - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bond throughout life.
Coupon - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Receipt - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
剣 means "sword, swordsmanship."
Sword - A blade with edges on both sides.
Swordsmanship - The martial art of using swords.
Sword - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Swordsmanship - The sword in Japanese culture represents the soul of the samurai, justice, and moral cutting. May your child wield truth like a sword, cutting through deception with justice.
Martial Arts - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
持 means "hold, keep, have."
Hold - Holding represents keeping, maintaining, and treasuring. May your child hold fast to what is good and let go of what is not.
To Hold, Carry - The act of hold/carry represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child hold/carry with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Keep - Keeping represents maintaining, preserving, and faithful holding. May your child keep their promises and maintain what matters.
Have - Having represents possession, gratitude, and appreciating what one holds. May your child have enough, and appreciate all they have with gratitude.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
堅 means "hard, to harden."
Hard - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
To Harden - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Resilient - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Stable - Stables are places of care for animals, representing nurturing, protection, and service. May your child care for others as carefully as a stable keeper tends noble horses.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
仁 means "benevolence, humanity, kernel."
Benevolence - Kindness; compassion.
Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.
Fruit - The seed of a fruit.
Person - An individual human being.
Benevolence - Benevolence (仁) is the highest Confucian virtue, representing love for all humanity. May your child's heart overflow with benevolence, loving others as they love themselves.
Humanity - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Kernel - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Affection - Affection represents warmth, caring connection, and tender love. May your child give and receive deep affection.
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Person - Each person is unique, with their own path and purpose in life. May your child become a person of integrity, kindness, and purpose.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
建 means "build, establish, propose."
To Build - To construct a building or structure.
Build - Building represents creation, construction, and making lasting things. May your child build a life of meaning and contribution.
To Build - Building represents construction, development, and creating lasting value. May your child build things that last, creating value for generations.
Establish - Establish - To Found; to set up - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of establish throughout life.
Propose - Conflict teaches the value of peace and the courage to stand firm. May your child fight for what is right and seek peace when possible.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
爾 means "you, that, so."
You - Second-person Pronoun; your.
Only - Meaning "just" or "merely."
State - Attached to describe conditions.
You - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
So - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.
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.
State - State represents condition, status, and the current circumstance of being. May your child maintain a good state of mind, body, and spirit.
憲 means "constitution, law, model."
Constitution - Fundamental Law; basic rules.
Law - A Regulation; a statute.
Follow as an Example - To use something as a model or guide to follow.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in a government or organization.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Take Over - To seize control of something, usually by force.
Constitution - Constitution represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of constitution.
Law - Law represents order, justice, and the rules that enable society. May your child respect just laws and work to improve unjust ones.
Model - Models represent standards, examples, and patterns worthy of imitation. May your child be a model for others, worthy of imitation in character.
Follow as an Example - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Rule, Regulation - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Take Over - Taking represents receiving with gratitude and claiming what is rightfully one's own. May your child receive graciously and claim their rightful place with confidence.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
拳 means "fist, punch, martial arts."
Fist - A closed hand.
Punch - To strike with the fist.
Hand-to-hand Combat - A game in which players compete by changing the shape of their hands and fingers.
Fist - Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Punch - Punch - To strike with the fist - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of punch throughout life.
Martial Arts - Martial Arts - Combat sports using hands - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of martial arts throughout life.
Hand-to-hand Combat - Hands represent skill, giving, creation, and the ability to shape the world. May your child's hands be skilled in creation, generous in giving.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
検 means "examine, check, seal."
To Examine - To investigate and assess the quality of something.
Seal - To close with an official mark.
Examine - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
To Examine - The act of examine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child examine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Check - Check - To Verify; to look over - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of check throughout life.
Seal - Being seal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be seal, letting this quality guide their path.
Regulate - Regulate - To Control; to keep in order - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of regulate throughout life.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
検 means "examine, check, seal."
To Examine - To investigate and assess the quality of something.
Seal - To close with an official mark.
Examine - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
To Examine - The act of examine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child examine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Check - Check - To Verify; to look over - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of check throughout life.
Seal - Being seal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be seal, letting this quality guide their path.
Regulate - Regulate - To Control; to keep in order - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of regulate throughout life.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
検 means "examine, check, seal."
To Examine - To investigate and assess the quality of something.
Seal - To close with an official mark.
Examine - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
To Examine - The act of examine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child examine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Check - Check - To Verify; to look over - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of check throughout life.
Seal - Being seal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be seal, letting this quality guide their path.
Regulate - Regulate - To Control; to keep in order - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of regulate throughout life.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
検 means "examine, check, seal."
To Examine - To investigate and assess the quality of something.
Seal - To close with an official mark.
Examine - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
To Examine - The act of examine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child examine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Check - Check - To Verify; to look over - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of check throughout life.
Seal - Being seal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be seal, letting this quality guide their path.
Regulate - Regulate - To Control; to keep in order - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of regulate throughout life.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
検 means "examine, check, seal."
To Examine - To investigate and assess the quality of something.
Seal - To close with an official mark.
Examine - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
To Examine - The act of examine represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child examine with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Check - Check - To Verify; to look over - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of check throughout life.
Seal - Being seal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be seal, letting this quality guide their path.
Regulate - Regulate - To Control; to keep in order - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of regulate throughout life.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
献 means "offer, dedicate, contribute."
Offer - To present to a deity or superior.
Dedicate - To devote to a purpose.
Contribute - To give for a cause.
Express, Submit - To express or submit something to a superior.
Offer - Offering represents generosity, service, and giving of oneself. May your child offer their gifts generously to the world.
Dedicate - Dedicate - To devote to a purpose - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of dedicate throughout life.
Contribute - Contribute - To give for a cause - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of contribute throughout life.
Express, Submit - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Serve, Pour - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
Wise Person - Wise people guide others with experience and thoughtful judgment. May your child become a source of wisdom for those who seek guidance.
Wise, Sage - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
辞 means "word, resign, farewell."
Farewell - To take leave.
Accuse - To accuse or inform.
Beg - To beg for spare time.
Bid - To bid farewell.
Quit - To quit or resign.
Refuse - To refuse or reject.
Reprimand - To reprimand or demand an explanation.
Withdraw - To withdraw or retreat.
Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Resign - Resign - To step down; to decline - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of resign throughout life.
Farewell - Farewell - To take leave - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of farewell throughout life.
Accuse - Accuse - To accuse or inform - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of accuse throughout life.
Beg - Beg - To beg for spare time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of beg throughout life.
Bid - Bid - To bid farewell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bid throughout life.
Quit - Quit - To quit or resign - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of quit throughout life.
Refuse - Refuse - To refuse or reject - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of refuse throughout life.
Reprimand - Reprimand - To reprimand or demand an explanation - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reprimand throughout life.
Withdraw - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
字 means "character, courtesy name, to nurture."
Character - A symbol for writing language; a letter.
Courtesy Name - A name given after coming of age, in addition to one's real name.
Plot - A small division within a town or village.
Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.
Courtesy Name - Names carry identity, destiny, and in Japan, the power to shape one's future. May your child honor their name, living up to its promise and meaning.
To Nurture - The act of nurture represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child nurture with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Plot - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
示 means "show, indicate, reveal."
Instruct - To give directions or advice.
Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.
Indicate - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Instruct - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
県 means "prefecture, hang."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Connect - To connect or link something.
Suspended Instruments - A general term for instruments that are hung and played.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Hang - Hang - To Suspend; to dangle - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hang throughout life.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Suspended Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
志 means "aspiration, will, record."
Aspiration - A Goal or Ambition; a purpose.
Will - Determination; intention to achieve.
Document - To record or document.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.
Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.
Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.
Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.
Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
研 means "sharpen, polish, research."
Sharpen - To grind to make sharp.
Polish - To refine through effort.
Research - To investigate thoroughly.
Inkstone - A flat stone used for grinding and mixing ink.
Perfect - To make something as good as it can possibly be.
Strive - To make a great effort to achieve something.
Study - To investigate or examine something in detail.
Sharpen - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
Polish - Polishing represents the patient work of refining oneself, revealing hidden beauty. May your child polish their character like a precious gem, revealing inner brilliance.
Research - Gates and doors represent opportunity, transition, and access. May your child find doors opening before them and welcome others in.
Inkstone - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
Perfect - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Strive - Being strive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be strive, letting this quality guide their path.
Study - Studying represents dedication to knowledge, careful examination, and growth. May your child study diligently and apply knowledge wisely.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
絃 means "string, stringed instruments."
String - Thread for stringed instruments.
Stringed Instruments - General term for string instruments; playing them.
String - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
Stringed Instruments - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
絢 means "beautiful pattern, brilliant."
Beautiful Pattern - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
Brilliant - Brilliance represents exceptional talent, sharp intellect, and dazzling achievement. May your child shine with brilliance, their exceptional gifts dazzling all who witness them.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
絢 means "beautiful pattern, brilliant."
Beautiful Pattern - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
Brilliant - Brilliance represents exceptional talent, sharp intellect, and dazzling achievement. May your child shine with brilliance, their exceptional gifts dazzling all who witness them.
士 means "gentleman, scholar, samurai."
Gentleman - A man of good character.
Scholar - A learned person.
Duty - Performing duties or serving in an official capacity.
Official - A mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.
Qualified Person - A person with certain qualifications or skills.
Gentleman - A gentleman combines courtesy, honor, and consideration for others. May your child embody gentlemanly virtues of courtesy and honor.
Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.
Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues
Adult Male - Adult Male - An adult male - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adult male throughout life.
Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
Qualified Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.
絹 means "silk."
Silk - A type of fabric made from the thread of silkworms.
Silk - Silk represents refinement, luxury, and the transformation of humble materials into beauty. May your child transform humbly like silk, becoming something refined and beautiful.
慈 means "to love, compassionate, mother."
To Love - To show deep affection and care for someone, similar to how a parent cares for their child.
Compassionate - To Show Mercy; to be kind.
To Love - To love is the highest calling, giving oneself for the wellbeing of others. May your child love deeply and be deeply loved, finding life's greatest meaning in love.
Compassionate - Compassionate - To show mercy; to be kind - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of compassionate throughout life.
Mother - Mothers represent nurturing love, unconditional care, and the warmth of home. May your child embody or honor motherly love—nurturing, unconditional, and warm.
縣 means "prefecture, county."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
County - County - A District; a province - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of county throughout life.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
縣 means "prefecture, county."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
County - County - A District; a province - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of county throughout life.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
縣 means "prefecture, county."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
County - County - A District; a province - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of county throughout life.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
縣 means "prefecture, county."
Prefecture - A regional administrative division.
Prefecture - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
County - County - A District; a province - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of county throughout life.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
仁 means "benevolence, humanity, kernel."
Benevolence - Kindness; compassion.
Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.
Fruit - The seed of a fruit.
Person - An individual human being.
Benevolence - Benevolence (仁) is the highest Confucian virtue, representing love for all humanity. May your child's heart overflow with benevolence, loving others as they love themselves.
Humanity - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Kernel - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Affection - Affection represents warmth, caring connection, and tender love. May your child give and receive deep affection.
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Person - Each person is unique, with their own path and purpose in life. May your child become a person of integrity, kindness, and purpose.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
実 means "fruit, truth, real."
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Truth - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of reality with one's words and beliefs. May your child always seek and speak truth, building their life on this solid foundation.
Real - Being real represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be real, letting this quality guide their path.
Abundance - Abundance - Being full or abundant - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of abundance throughout life.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
謙 means "humble, modest, defer."
Defer - To yield respectfully.
Contentment - Feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
Humility - Showing respect and modesty by not drawing attention to oneself.
Moderation - Refraining from excess or extremes.
Respect - Showing deference and admiration for someone or something.
Humble - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Defer - Defer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the defer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Contentment - Contentment represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive contentment throughout life.
Humility - Humility is prized in Japanese culture as the foundation for learning and growth. May your child embrace humility, remaining open to learning throughout their life.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
至 means "arrive, utmost, solstice."
Solstice - The longest or shortest day.
Arrive - Being arrive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be arrive, letting this quality guide their path.
Utmost - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Solstice - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
仁 means "benevolence, humanity, kernel."
Benevolence - Kindness; compassion.
Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.
Fruit - The seed of a fruit.
Person - An individual human being.
Benevolence - Benevolence (仁) is the highest Confucian virtue, representing love for all humanity. May your child's heart overflow with benevolence, loving others as they love themselves.
Humanity - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Kernel - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Affection - Affection represents warmth, caring connection, and tender love. May your child give and receive deep affection.
Fruit - Fruit represents the sweet rewards of patience and cultivation. May your child enjoy the fruits of their labor and share abundance with others.
Person - Each person is unique, with their own path and purpose in life. May your child become a person of integrity, kindness, and purpose.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
児 means "child, son, youth."
Son - A male child.
Self-reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
Child - Children represent hope, innocence, and the continuation of family and dreams. May your child remain young at heart, carrying hope and wonder throughout their life.
Son - A son carries the family legacy forward, representing continuation and honor. May your child honor their heritage while forging their own path.
Self-reference - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Young Man - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
賢 means "wise, sage, superior."
Admirable - Deserving respect and admiration.
Hardworking - Making a great effort to achieve something.
Honorific - Added to show respect for the other person.
Prudent - Having good judgement and foresight.
Respectful - Showing respect and reverence for someone.
Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability.
Wise - Wisdom represents deep understanding, good judgment, and the integration of knowledge. May your child grow wise, integrating knowledge with understanding and compassion.
Sage - Sages possess deep wisdom earned through reflection and experience. May your child develop sage wisdom through reflection and experience.
Superior - Superior represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the superior's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Admirable - Being admirable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be admirable, letting this quality guide their path.
Hardworking - Hardness represents resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment. May your child be hard in resolve, resilient and unwavering in their commitments.
Honorific - Honorifics reflect respect, social harmony, and proper recognition of others. May your child both earn and give respect appropriately throughout life.
Prudent - Prudence is wise caution, carefully considering consequences before acting. May your child act with prudence, thinking carefully before making important decisions.
Respectful - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Talented - Talented - Having exceptional skill or ability - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of talented throughout life.
To Labor - The act of labor represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child labor with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
遣 means "to send, to dismiss, envoy."
To Use - To use or employ something.
Envoy - A messenger.
Causative - A particle indicating causation.
Entrust - To entrust someone or something to someone else.
Gift - A present.
Send Away - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
To Give - Giving represents generosity, love in action, and the joy of blessing others. May your child give generously, finding joy in blessing others.
To Use - The act of use represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child use with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Envoy - Envoy - A messenger - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of envoy throughout life.
Causative - Being causative represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be causative, letting this quality guide their path.
Entrust - Entrusting represents faith, delegation, and trust in others. May your child be worthy of trust and know when to entrust others.
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.
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.
史 means "history, chronicle, scribe."
History - A record of past events.
Chronicle - An account of events.
Scribe - A person who records.
Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.
History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.
Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.
険 means "steep, dangerous, harsh."
Harsh - Severe and Unforgiving; strict.
Sharp - Describes a place that is sharp or pointed.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Dangerous - Being dangerous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be dangerous, letting this quality guide their path.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe and unforgiving; strict - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
Sharp - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
険 means "steep, dangerous, harsh."
Harsh - Severe and Unforgiving; strict.
Sharp - Describes a place that is sharp or pointed.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Dangerous - Being dangerous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be dangerous, letting this quality guide their path.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe and unforgiving; strict - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
Sharp - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
険 means "steep, dangerous, harsh."
Harsh - Severe and Unforgiving; strict.
Sharp - Describes a place that is sharp or pointed.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Dangerous - Being dangerous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be dangerous, letting this quality guide their path.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe and unforgiving; strict - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
Sharp - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
険 means "steep, dangerous, harsh."
Harsh - Severe and Unforgiving; strict.
Sharp - Describes a place that is sharp or pointed.
Steep - Steepness represents challenge, difficulty, and the growth that comes from climbing. May your child climb steep paths that lead to great heights of achievement.
Dangerous - Being dangerous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be dangerous, letting this quality guide their path.
Harsh - Harsh - Severe and unforgiving; strict - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of harsh throughout life.
Sharp - Sharpness represents keen perception, intelligence, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind, cutting through confusion to find truth.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
二 means "two, again, second."
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Two represents partnership, duality, and the balance of complementary opposites. May your child find their perfect complement, balanced in partnership and duality.
Again - Again - Once More; a second time - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of again throughout life.
Second - Second - The second in order; next - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of second throughout life.
Different - Difference represents uniqueness, diversity, and the richness of variety. May your child celebrate differences, finding richness in life's variety.
Doubt - Doubt represents questioning, discernment, and the path to deeper truth. May your child doubt wisely, questioning their way to deeper truth.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
司 means "manage, preside, official."
Preside - To be in charge.
Official - A person in authority.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.
Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
次 means "next, order, continue."
Continue - To follow after.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Next - What comes next represents hope, continuity, and forward progress. May your child always move forward to what comes next with courage and hope.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.
Camp - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Count - Counting represents attention to detail, value, and appreciation. May your child count their blessings and value what truly matters.
Follow - Following represents learning, respect, and wise discipleship. May your child follow worthy examples and lead others well.
Stay - Staying represents commitment, persistence, and faithful presence. May your child stay true to their values and commitments.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
治 means "govern, heal, order."
Location - The place of a government office.
Govern - Governance represents ordered rule, wise administration, and care for those led. May your child govern themselves first, then lead others with wisdom and care.
Heal - Being heal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be heal, letting this quality guide their path.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Compare, Match - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Location - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
示 means "show, indicate, reveal."
Instruct - To give directions or advice.
Show - Showing represents demonstration, revelation, and teaching by example. May your child show others the way through their example.
Indicate - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Instruct - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
顕 means "manifest, prominent, reveal."
Prominent - Well-known; distinguished.
Ancestor Respect - A term used to show respect for one's ancestors.
Clear, Visible - Something that is easily seen or understood.
High Status, Noble - Something that is of high status or noble.
Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Prominent - Prominent - Well-known; distinguished - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of prominent throughout life.
Reveal - Revealing truth brings understanding and dispels confusion. May your child reveal truth and understanding wherever they go.
Ancestor Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Appear, Become Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Clear, Visible - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
High Status, Noble - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
路 means "road, way, method."
Road - A path for travel.
Method - A manner of proceeding.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Travel - To go on a journey.
Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.
Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.
Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.
Administrative Division - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.
Big, Large - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.
Important Position - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
Logic, Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.
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JP Names that have the same gender and start with K.
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What is Hiragana?
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.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What is a Kanji Idea?
Kanji are Chinese characters used in Japanese writing. Unlike katakana and hiragana, each kanji character carries its own meaning.
When we convert your name into kanji, we select characters whose sounds match the Japanese pronunciation of your name, while also considering the meaning of each character. The result is a unique combination of kanji that both sounds like your name and carries meaningful symbolism.
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What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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