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Japanese boy(male) nameKirin
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:きりん
  • Katakanatip:キリン
  • English Syllablestip:ki-rin (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ki-ri-n (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Kirin
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Kirinkun(きりんくん)Click to speech きりんくんKi-chan(きーちゃん)Click to speech きーちゃんRinkun(りんくん)Click to speech りんくん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 variations

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Kirin," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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貴凛- Kirin -

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means "precious, valuable, honorable."

  • Precious - Highly valued and respected.

  • Noble - Of high rank or status.

  • Esteemed - Showing respect and admiration.

  • Revered - Held in high esteem and admiration.

Name ideas examples

  • Precious - This kanji that conveys the idea of being highly valued and cherished.

  • Noble - This kanji that conveys the idea of being of high rank or status.

  • Esteemed - This kanji that conveys the idea of being respected and admired.

  • Revered - This kanji that conveys the idea of being held in high esteem and admiration.

means "dignity, majesty, awe-inspiring."

  • Cold - A coldness that makes one's body tense.

  • Impressive - An awe-inspiring and dignified presence.

  • Stately - A stately and dignified presence.

Name ideas examples

  • Cold - This kanji that conveys a sense of coolness and strength.

  • Impressive - This kanji that conveys a sense of awe and grandeur.

  • Stately - This kanji that conveys a sense of dignity and grace.

記凜- Kirin -

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means "record, chronicle, account."

  • To Record Or Write Down - To make a written record of something.

  • To Remember - To keep something in one's memory.

  • A Written Record - Something that has been written down.

  • To Mark Or Symbolize - To use a mark or symbol to represent something.

  • Kojiki - An abbreviation for the ancient Japanese chronicle "古事記(kojiki)".

Name ideas examples

  • To Remember - It conveys the idea of cherishing and remembering the special moments in life.

  • To Record - It conveys the idea of documenting and preserving the memories of the child's life.

  • Symbol - It conveys the idea of representing the child's identity and uniqueness.

  • Mark - It conveys the idea of leaving a lasting impression on the world.

  • Chronicle - It conveys the idea of documenting the child's life story.

means "dignity, coldness, coolness."

  • Cold - A coldness that makes one's body tense.

  • Impressive - An awe-inspiring and dignified presence.

  • Stately - A stately and dignified presence.

Name ideas examples

  • Cold - This kanji that conveys a sense of coolness and strength.

  • Impressive - This kanji that conveys a sense of grandeur and power.

  • Stately - This kanji that conveys a sense of dignity and grace.

麒麟- Kirin -

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means "mythical creature."

  • Imaginary Animal - The kanji 麒 is used in the word "麒麟" which is an imaginary animal. It is said that when a sage appears in the world, it will show a shining figure. "麒" is male and "麟" is female.

Name ideas examples

  • Brightness - This kanji symbolizes brightness and is often associated with the appearance of a holy figure. It is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the idea of a child being a source of light and hope.

  • Mythical Creature - The kanji is associated with the mythical creature, the Kirin, which is said to appear when a sage appears in the world. It is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the idea of a child being a source of wonder and mystery.

  • Strength - The kanji is associated with the strength of the Kirin, which is said to be able to protect the world from evil. It is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the idea of a child being a source of strength and protection.

  • Balance - The kanji is associated with the balance between the male and female Kirin. It is a suitable name for a baby as it conveys the idea of a child being a source of balance and harmony.

means "unicorn, mythical animal."

  • Imaginary Animal - The kanji 麟 is used in the word "麒麟" which is an imaginary animal. It is said that when a sage appears in the world, it will show a shining figure. "麒" is male and "麟" is female.

Name ideas examples

  • Brilliance - This kanji conveys a sense of brightness and radiance, which is a desirable quality for a baby.

  • Divine - The kanji is associated with a mythical creature that is said to appear when a saint appears in the world, so it can be seen as a sign of divine blessing.

  • Strength - The kanji is associated with a mythical creature that is said to be strong and powerful, so it can be seen as a sign of strength and power.

  • Wisdom - The kanji is associated with a mythical creature that is said to be wise and knowledgeable, so it can be seen as a sign of wisdom and knowledge.

  • Harmony - The kanji is associated with a mythical creature that is said to bring harmony and balance to the world, so it can be seen as a sign of harmony and balance.

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