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Kirichan(きりちゃん)
Sadakun(さだくん)
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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 variations for "Kirisada," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
桐 means "paulownia, kiri, koto."
Paulownia - A deciduous tree used for fine furniture.
Kiri - A tree associated with the phoenix.
Koto - A stringed instrument made from paulownia.
Deciduous Tree - A deciduous tree of the Aogiri family, also known as Gotou.
Paulownia - The paulownia (kiri) is a noble tree associated with the phoenix and imperial regalia. Its rapid growth and beautiful purple flowers symbolize prosperity and elegance. May your child flourish with the paulownia's noble grace and rapid growth.
Kiri - The kiri (paulownia), associated with the phoenix, represents nobility and imperial elegance. May your child possess noble elegance.
Koto - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.
Deciduous Tree - The deciduous tree represents seasonal change, letting go, and renewal. May your child embrace life's seasons.
定 means "decide, settle, certain."
To Settle, Settle Down, Stabilize - To bring something to a state of rest or stability.
Purification - In Buddhism, the act of cutting off all worldly thoughts and becoming free of all desires.
Regulation - A Rule; a standard.
Decide - Deciding represents determination, commitment, and taking a stand. May your child decide with wisdom and stand by good decisions.
Settle - Settling represents resolution, peace, and finding one's place. May your child settle disputes peacefully and find their place in the world.
To Settle, Settle Down, Stabilize - Down represents groundedness, rest, and the wisdom of knowing when to yield. May your child know when to rest and yield, finding strength in groundedness.
Certain - Certain - Fixed; definite; sure - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of certain throughout life.
Purification - Purification represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of purification.
Regulation - Regulation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of regulation.
桐 means "paulownia, kiri, koto."
Paulownia - A deciduous tree used for fine furniture.
Kiri - A tree associated with the phoenix.
Koto - A stringed instrument made from paulownia.
Deciduous Tree - A deciduous tree of the Aogiri family, also known as Gotou.
Paulownia - The paulownia (kiri) is a noble tree associated with the phoenix and imperial regalia. Its rapid growth and beautiful purple flowers symbolize prosperity and elegance. May your child flourish with the paulownia's noble grace and rapid growth.
Kiri - The kiri (paulownia), associated with the phoenix, represents nobility and imperial elegance. May your child possess noble elegance.
Koto - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.
Deciduous Tree - The deciduous tree represents seasonal change, letting go, and renewal. May your child embrace life's seasons.
眞 means "true, truth, pure."
Pure - Unadulterated; sincere.
Appearance - Form, portrait, shape of an object.
Calligraphy - One of the writing styles.
True - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of words with reality. May your child always speak and live in truth, their word their bond.
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.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.
Calligraphy - Calling represents vocation, purpose, and the voice that summons to duty. May your child find their calling, answering life's summons with purpose.
桐 means "paulownia, kiri, koto."
Paulownia - A deciduous tree used for fine furniture.
Kiri - A tree associated with the phoenix.
Koto - A stringed instrument made from paulownia.
Deciduous Tree - A deciduous tree of the Aogiri family, also known as Gotou.
Paulownia - The paulownia (kiri) is a noble tree associated with the phoenix and imperial regalia. Its rapid growth and beautiful purple flowers symbolize prosperity and elegance. May your child flourish with the paulownia's noble grace and rapid growth.
Kiri - The kiri (paulownia), associated with the phoenix, represents nobility and imperial elegance. May your child possess noble elegance.
Koto - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.
Deciduous Tree - The deciduous tree represents seasonal change, letting go, and renewal. May your child embrace life's seasons.
真 means "true, truth, pure."
Pure - Unadulterated; natural.
Accurate - Correct and precise.
Complete - Having all the necessary parts.
Unaltered - In its original form.
True - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of words with reality. May your child always speak and live in truth, their word their bond.
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.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Accurate - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.
Complete - Completing represents fulfillment, wholeness, and thorough accomplishment. May your child complete their tasks and fulfill their purpose.
Unaltered - Unaltered - In its original form - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of unaltered throughout life.
桐 means "paulownia, kiri, koto."
Paulownia - A deciduous tree used for fine furniture.
Kiri - A tree associated with the phoenix.
Koto - A stringed instrument made from paulownia.
Deciduous Tree - A deciduous tree of the Aogiri family, also known as Gotou.
Paulownia - The paulownia (kiri) is a noble tree associated with the phoenix and imperial regalia. Its rapid growth and beautiful purple flowers symbolize prosperity and elegance. May your child flourish with the paulownia's noble grace and rapid growth.
Kiri - The kiri (paulownia), associated with the phoenix, represents nobility and imperial elegance. May your child possess noble elegance.
Koto - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.
Deciduous Tree - The deciduous tree represents seasonal change, letting go, and renewal. May your child embrace life's seasons.
禎 means "auspicious, felicitous, righteous."
Auspicious - Lucky and Favorable; blessed by fortune.
Felicitous - Happy and Fortunate; bringing good luck.
Fortunate - Having good luck or fortune
Auspicious - Auspiciousness brings good fortune and favorable circumstances. May your child's presence bring good fortune, their life marked by auspicious blessings.
Felicitous - Being felicitous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be felicitous, letting this quality guide their path.
Righteous - Righteousness means moral correctness and standing firmly for what is right. May your child walk the righteous path, standing firm for justice and truth.
Fortunate - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
桐 means "paulownia, kiri, koto."
Paulownia - A deciduous tree used for fine furniture.
Kiri - A tree associated with the phoenix.
Koto - A stringed instrument made from paulownia.
Deciduous Tree - A deciduous tree of the Aogiri family, also known as Gotou.
Paulownia - The paulownia (kiri) is a noble tree associated with the phoenix and imperial regalia. Its rapid growth and beautiful purple flowers symbolize prosperity and elegance. May your child flourish with the paulownia's noble grace and rapid growth.
Kiri - The kiri (paulownia), associated with the phoenix, represents nobility and imperial elegance. May your child possess noble elegance.
Koto - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.
Deciduous Tree - The deciduous tree represents seasonal change, letting go, and renewal. May your child embrace life's seasons.
節 means "joint, node, season."
Joint - A Connecting Point; where segments meet.
Node - A Point of Intersection; a knot in bamboo or wood.
Season - A period of the year; a time division.
Connecting Points - Points that are connected together.
Divisions - Divisions of a poem or writing.
Festival - A Celebratory Day; a holiday.
Knots - A unit of speed for boats.
Moderation - Keeping Within Limits; self-restraint.
Musical Instruments - Names of musical instruments.
Rules - Rules and regulations.
Saving - To save or be thrifty.
Signs - Signs, symbols, or stamps.
Joint - Joints connect separate parts, enabling flexibility, movement, and unified action. May your child be a connector of people, bringing disparate parts together harmoniously.
Node - The node represents intersection, connection points, and structured growth. May your child connect meaningfully.
Season - Seasons teach us about cycles, timing, and the wisdom of accepting change. May your child embrace all of life's seasons, finding purpose in each phase.
Connecting Points - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Divisions - Divisions - Divisions of a poem or writing - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of divisions throughout life.
Festival - Being festival represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be festival, letting this quality guide their path.
Knots - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
Moderation - Moderation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of moderation.
Musical Instruments - Music transcends language, touching the soul and expressing what words cannot. May your child's life be like music—touching souls and expressing the inexpressible.
Principle - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.
Rules - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Saving - Saving represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in saving with purpose and skill.
Section - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
Signs - Signs - Signs, symbols, or stamps - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of signs throughout life.
Time Periods - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.
桐 means "paulownia, kiri, koto."
Paulownia - A deciduous tree used for fine furniture.
Kiri - A tree associated with the phoenix.
Koto - A stringed instrument made from paulownia.
Deciduous Tree - A deciduous tree of the Aogiri family, also known as Gotou.
Paulownia - The paulownia (kiri) is a noble tree associated with the phoenix and imperial regalia. Its rapid growth and beautiful purple flowers symbolize prosperity and elegance. May your child flourish with the paulownia's noble grace and rapid growth.
Kiri - The kiri (paulownia), associated with the phoenix, represents nobility and imperial elegance. May your child possess noble elegance.
Koto - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.
Deciduous Tree - The deciduous tree represents seasonal change, letting go, and renewal. May your child embrace life's seasons.
貞 means "chaste, loyal, righteous."
Loyal - Steadfast in Allegiance; faithful.
Divination - The practice of seeking knowledge through signs.
Honesty - Being truthful and sincere in one's words and actions.
Uprightness - Having a strong moral character and a sense of integrity.
Chaste - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Loyal - Being loyal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be loyal, letting this quality guide their path.
Righteous - Righteousness means moral correctness and standing firmly for what is right. May your child walk the righteous path, standing firm for justice and truth.
Divination - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Honesty - Writing preserves thought, enables communication, and spans time. May your child write their story well and read widely.
Uprightness - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
晃 means "clear."
Clear - Easily seen, heard, or understood
Bright - Emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts.
Glowing - Emitting or reflecting light steadily and brightly.
Clear - Clarity represents transparency, understanding, and the absence of confusion. May your child have clear vision and understanding in all of life's situations.
Bright - Brightness symbolizes intelligence, optimism, and a future full of promise. May your child's future be bright, filled with intelligence, joy, and boundless opportunity.
Glowing - A gentle glow represents warmth, comfort, and the quiet radiance of inner peace. May your child glow with inner warmth, comforting all who come near their gentle light.
真 means "true, truth, pure."
Pure - Unadulterated; natural.
Accurate - Correct and precise.
Complete - Having all the necessary parts.
Unaltered - In its original form.
True - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of words with reality. May your child always speak and live in truth, their word their bond.
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.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Accurate - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.
Complete - Completing represents fulfillment, wholeness, and thorough accomplishment. May your child complete their tasks and fulfill their purpose.
Unaltered - Unaltered - In its original form - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of unaltered throughout life.
喜 means "joy, happy, celebrate."
Celebrate - To mark with festivities.
Celebration - To be festive, to celebrate.
Preference - To like, to prefer, to enjoy.
Joy - Joy is the spontaneous happiness that arises from a heart at peace with itself and the world. May your child overflow with joy, spreading happiness to everyone they meet.
Happy - Happy - Feeling Pleasure; glad - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of happy throughout life.
Celebrate - Celebrate - To mark with festivities - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of celebrate throughout life.
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.
Preference - Preference - To like, to prefer, to enjoy - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preference throughout life.
李 means "plum tree, judge."
Judge - A government official.
Jailer - A person who is in charge of a prison or jail.
Official - A person holding a public office or position of authority.
Plum Tree - The plum tree (ume) blooms in late winter, symbolizing resilience, perseverance, and hope. As the first flower of spring, it represents renewal and endurance through hardship. May your child bloom courageously like the plum, even in life's coldest seasons.
Judge - Judges must balance justice with mercy, wisdom with fairness. May your child judge fairly and wisely in all matters of life.
Jailer - Jailer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the jailer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
心 means "heart, mind, core."
Mind - The seat of thought and feeling.
Core - The central part.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Spirit - The inner essence.
Heart - Heart (心) in Japanese represents both the physical heart and the mind/spirit. May your child's heart be pure and their mind clear, unified in purpose.
Mind - Mind represents thought, reason, and the faculty of understanding. May your child's mind be sharp, reasoning clearly and understanding deeply.
Core - The core represents essence, center, and fundamental truth. May your child stay true to their core values.
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.
Feelings - Feeling represents emotional intelligence, empathy, and human connection. May your child feel deeply, connecting with others through empathy.
Spirit - Spirit represents the immortal essence, energy, and the divine spark within. May your child's spirit burn brightly, their divine spark illuminating the world.
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