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Kirinchan(きりんちゃん)Kirinko(きりんこ)Kiririn(きりりん)
This name is primarily a unisex name, often female.
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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 choices for "Kirin," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.
黄 means "yellow."
Joy - A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
Sunshine - A source of light, warmth, and energy.
Brightness - A quality of being luminous and cheerful.
凛 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.
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.
姫 means "princess, noblewoman."
Princess - A respectful title for a noble woman.
Daughter of a Noble Person - A daughter of a high-ranking individual.
Female Endearment - A term of endearment for a woman.
Cute or Adorable - A term used to describe something small or cute.
Princess - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of nobility and grace.
Lady - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication.
Darling - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of love and affection.
Sweetheart - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of tenderness and endearment.
Angel - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of innocence and purity.
凛 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.
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.
希 means "rare, hope, beg for."
Rare, Unusual - Something that is not common or not seen often.
Faint, Dim - Something that is barely visible or barely audible.
Sparse - Something that is not dense or not crowded.
Greece - An abbreviation for the country name "Greece".
Hope - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of optimism and wishing for the best for the baby.
Rare - This meaning conveys a sense of uniqueness and specialness, suggesting that the baby is one of a kind.
Greece - This meaning is a reference to the country of Greece, which is associated with ancient culture and civilization. It can be a meaningful way to honor the baby's heritage.
凛 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.
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.
伎 means "art, skill, technique."
Skill - The ability to do something well or efficiently.
Craftsman - A person who is skilled in a particular craft or trade.
Work - Physical or mental effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.
Expertise - A high level of knowledge or skill in a particular area.
Performance - The action or process of performing a task or activity.
Skillful - Possessing or displaying skill, having or showing great ability.
Crafty - Clever or cunning, especially in the use of deception.
Industrious - Working hard and energetically.
Expert - Having or showing great skill or knowledge in a particular field.
Artistic - Having or displaying artistic skill or taste.
凛 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.
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.
妃 means "princess, consort."
Empress - The wife of the emperor, the second wife of the emperor's consort.
Princess - The wife of the crown prince.
Goddess - A respectful way of referring to a goddess.
Spouse - A partner in a marriage.
To marry - To become a married couple.
Royalty - The wife of a royal family member.
Empress - A title of respect and honor for a female ruler or a woman of high rank.
Princess - A female member of a royal family, especially a daughter or granddaughter of a sovereign.
Goddess - A female deity or divine being.
Spouse - A married partner in a committed relationship.
To marry - To join together in a marriage or other committed relationship.
Royalty - A person of royal rank or descent.
凛 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.
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.
妃 means "princess, consort."
Empress - The wife of the emperor, the second wife of the emperor's consort.
Princess - The wife of the crown prince.
Goddess - A respectful way of referring to a goddess.
Spouse - A partner in a marriage.
To marry - To become a married couple.
Royalty - The wife of a royal family member.
Empress - A title of respect and honor for a female ruler or a woman of high rank.
Princess - A female member of a royal family, especially a daughter or granddaughter of a sovereign.
Goddess - A female deity or divine being.
Spouse - A married partner in a committed relationship.
To marry - To join together in a marriage or other committed relationship.
Royalty - A person of royal rank or descent.
凜 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.
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.
妃 means "princess, consort."
Empress - The wife of the emperor, the second wife of the emperor's consort.
Princess - The wife of the crown prince.
Goddess - A respectful way of referring to a goddess.
Spouse - A partner in a marriage.
To marry - To become a married couple.
Royalty - The wife of a royal family member.
Empress - A title of respect and honor for a female ruler or a woman of high rank.
Princess - A female member of a royal family, especially a daughter or granddaughter of a sovereign.
Goddess - A female deity or divine being.
Spouse - A married partner in a committed relationship.
To marry - To join together in a marriage or other committed relationship.
Royalty - A person of royal rank or descent.
鈴 means "bell."
Bell - A ringing instrument that is shaken or struck.
姫 means "princess, noblewoman."
Princess - A respectful title for a noble woman.
Daughter of a Noble Person - A daughter of a high-ranking individual.
Female Endearment - A term of endearment for a woman.
Cute or Adorable - A term used to describe something small or cute.
Princess - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of nobility and grace.
Lady - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication.
Darling - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of love and affection.
Sweetheart - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of tenderness and endearment.
Angel - This is a suitable name for a baby girl as it conveys a sense of innocence and purity.
琳 means "jade, precious stone."
Resonance - Describes the sound made when two gems or jewels come into contact with each other.
Beautiful Gem - It conveys the idea of something precious and beautiful.
Shining Jewel - This kanji implies that the baby is a source of light and beauty, and is something to be treasured.
Radiant Pearl - This kanji suggests that the baby is a source of radiance and beauty, and is something to be cherished.
Glittering Diamond - This kanji implies that the baby is a source of sparkle and brilliance, and is something to be admired.
Charming Jade - This kanji suggests that the baby is a source of charm and grace, and is something to be admired.
Melodious Bell - This kanji implies that the baby is a source of music and harmony, and is something to be celebrated.
嬉 means "joy, happiness."
Enjoyment - To experience pleasure or delight in something.
Recreation - To engage in activities for amusement or pleasure.
Joy - A feeling of great happiness or delight.
Delight - A feeling of great pleasure or satisfaction.
Joy - A feeling of great happiness or delight, which can be a wonderful sentiment to give to a child.
Delight - A feeling of great pleasure or satisfaction, which can be a wonderful sentiment to give to a child.
Enjoyment - To experience pleasure or delight in something, which can be a wonderful sentiment to give to a child.
林 means "woods, forest."
Forest - A place where trees and bamboo grow in abundance.
Abundance - A large number or quantity.
Prosperity - A state of being successful and thriving.
Forest - This kanji that symbolizes strength, growth, and resilience.
Abundance - This kanji that symbolizes abundance, wealth, and plenty.
Prosperity - This kanji that symbolizes success, prosperity, and good fortune.
季 means "season, period, time."
Season - Each of the four seasons (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) is divided into three months.
End of a season - The last month of each of the four seasons.
Youngest sibling - The youngest of a group of siblings, usually referred to as "伯・仲・叔・季" in order of age.
Season - This kanji is often used to refer to the four seasons of the year, spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will grow up in a season of joy and happiness.
End of an Era - This kanji can also be used to refer to the end of an era or period of time. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will bring a new beginning and a fresh start.
Youngest Sibling - This kanji can also be used to refer to the youngest sibling in a family. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will be the youngest and most beloved member of the family.
Last Month of the Year - This kanji can also be used to refer to the last month of the year. It can be used to name a baby to represent the hope that the baby will bring a new year of joy and happiness.
林 means "woods, forest."
Forest - A place where trees and bamboo grow in abundance.
Abundance - A large number or quantity.
Prosperity - A state of being successful and thriving.
Forest - This kanji that symbolizes strength, growth, and resilience.
Abundance - This kanji that symbolizes abundance, wealth, and plenty.
Prosperity - This kanji that symbolizes success, prosperity, and good fortune.
希 means "rare, hope, beg for."
Rare, Unusual - Something that is not common or not seen often.
Faint, Dim - Something that is barely visible or barely audible.
Sparse - Something that is not dense or not crowded.
Greece - An abbreviation for the country name "Greece".
Hope - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of optimism and wishing for the best for the baby.
Rare - This meaning conveys a sense of uniqueness and specialness, suggesting that the baby is one of a kind.
Greece - This meaning is a reference to the country of Greece, which is associated with ancient culture and civilization. It can be a meaningful way to honor the baby's heritage.
林 means "woods, forest."
Forest - A place where trees and bamboo grow in abundance.
Abundance - A large number or quantity.
Prosperity - A state of being successful and thriving.
Forest - This kanji that symbolizes strength, growth, and resilience.
Abundance - This kanji that symbolizes abundance, wealth, and plenty.
Prosperity - This kanji that symbolizes success, prosperity, and good fortune.
希 means "rare, hope, beg for."
Rare, Unusual - Something that is not common or not seen often.
Faint, Dim - Something that is barely visible or barely audible.
Sparse - Something that is not dense or not crowded.
Greece - An abbreviation for the country name "Greece".
Hope - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of optimism and wishing for the best for the baby.
Rare - This meaning conveys a sense of uniqueness and specialness, suggesting that the baby is one of a kind.
Greece - This meaning is a reference to the country of Greece, which is associated with ancient culture and civilization. It can be a meaningful way to honor the baby's heritage.
鈴 means "bell."
Bell - A ringing instrument that is shaken or struck.
希 means "rare, hope, beg for."
Rare, Unusual - Something that is not common or not seen often.
Faint, Dim - Something that is barely visible or barely audible.
Sparse - Something that is not dense or not crowded.
Greece - An abbreviation for the country name "Greece".
Hope - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of optimism and wishing for the best for the baby.
Rare - This meaning conveys a sense of uniqueness and specialness, suggesting that the baby is one of a kind.
Greece - This meaning is a reference to the country of Greece, which is associated with ancient culture and civilization. It can be a meaningful way to honor the baby's heritage.
隣 means "neighbor, next to."
Adjacent - Being side by side with someone or something.
Connected - Being in contact with someone or something.
Approaching - Coming closer to someone or something.
Administrative District - A district in the Heian period.
Five Households - A group of five households.
Close - Suggesting a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Adjacent - Suggesting that the baby will always be close to their loved ones.
Connected - Suggesting that the baby will always be connected to their family and friends.
Approaching - Suggesting that the baby will always be open to new experiences and people.
榎 means "Japanese zelkova tree."
Katsura (Japanese maple) - A deciduous tree of the genus Cercidiphyllum in the family Juglandaceae.
Nire (Japanese elm) - A deciduous tree of the genus Ulmus in the family Ulmaceae.
林 means "woods, forest."
Forest - A place where trees and bamboo grow in abundance.
Abundance - A large number or quantity.
Prosperity - A state of being successful and thriving.
Forest - This kanji that symbolizes strength, growth, and resilience.
Abundance - This kanji that symbolizes abundance, wealth, and plenty.
Prosperity - This kanji that symbolizes success, prosperity, and good fortune.
樹 means "tree, wood, timber."
琳 means "jade, precious stone."
Resonance - Describes the sound made when two gems or jewels come into contact with each other.
Beautiful Gem - It conveys the idea of something precious and beautiful.
Shining Jewel - This kanji implies that the baby is a source of light and beauty, and is something to be treasured.
Radiant Pearl - This kanji suggests that the baby is a source of radiance and beauty, and is something to be cherished.
Glittering Diamond - This kanji implies that the baby is a source of sparkle and brilliance, and is something to be admired.
Charming Jade - This kanji suggests that the baby is a source of charm and grace, and is something to be admired.
Melodious Bell - This kanji implies that the baby is a source of music and harmony, and is something to be celebrated.
祁 means "greatly."
Greatly - To a great extent or degree.
Big - Of considerable size, extent, or intensity.
Abundantly - In large quantities, plentifully.
Extremely - To a very great degree, exceedingly.
Great - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of greatness and potential. It is a suitable name for a baby as it implies that the child will have a bright future.
Big - This is a strong and powerful meaning that conveys a sense of size and strength. It is a suitable name for a baby as it implies that the child will be strong and capable.
Prosperous - This is a positive and optimistic meaning that conveys a sense of abundance and success. It is a suitable name for a baby as it implies that the child will have a prosperous future.
Abundant - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that conveys a sense of abundance and plenty. It is a suitable name for a baby as it implies that the child will have a life of abundance and plenty.
Grand - This is a strong and powerful meaning that conveys a sense of grandeur and magnificence. It is a suitable name for a baby as it implies that the child will have a grand and majestic life.
臨 means "to face, to confront, to attend, to be present."
To face - To face a situation or person directly, to confront.
To view - To look down from a high place, to observe.
To visit - To go to a place, especially when a high-ranking person does so.
To rule - To govern, to have authority over.
To capture - To take a picture of something exactly as it appears.
To mourn - To express grief, especially during a funeral ceremony.
To face - It conveys the idea of facing life's challenges with courage and strength.
To look down from a high place - It conveys the idea of having a broad perspective and looking at the world from a higher point of view.
To visit a place - It conveys the idea of being open to new experiences and exploring the world.
To rule - It conveys the idea of having the strength and wisdom to lead and make decisions.
To capture an image - It conveys the idea of capturing moments and memories that will last a lifetime.
To cry at a funeral - It conveys the idea of honoring those who have passed and showing respect for the deceased.
紀 means "era, chronicle."
凛 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.
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.
綺 means "beautiful, clean."
Weaving a pattern with silk - This refers to the process of creating a beautiful pattern with silk fabric.
Interfering - This refers to the act of interfering or meddling in something.
Beautiful - This refers to something that is aesthetically pleasing and attractive.
Splendid - This refers to something that is grand and impressive.
Beautiful - This refers to something that is aesthetically pleasing and attractive, and could be a great name for a baby.
Splendid - This refers to something that is grand and impressive, and could be a great name for a baby.
Weaving - This refers to the process of creating a beautiful pattern with silk fabric, and could be a great name for a baby.
凛 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.
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.
綺 means "beautiful, clean."
Weaving a pattern with silk - This refers to the process of creating a beautiful pattern with silk fabric.
Interfering - This refers to the act of interfering or meddling in something.
Beautiful - This refers to something that is aesthetically pleasing and attractive.
Splendid - This refers to something that is grand and impressive.
Beautiful - This refers to something that is aesthetically pleasing and attractive, and could be a great name for a baby.
Splendid - This refers to something that is grand and impressive, and could be a great name for a baby.
Weaving - This refers to the process of creating a beautiful pattern with silk fabric, and could be a great name for a baby.
凜 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.
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 means "mythical creature."
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.
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.
麟 means "unicorn, mythical 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.
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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Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
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Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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