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21,378 first names, 70,620 last names, 317,184 kanji variations.
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In Japanese, there is a culture of kanji which is a set of characters that originated from Chinese characters, and the meaning of the name changes according to the choice of kanji characters.
The more numerous variations of kanji, the more common name is in Japan. On the other hand, a name with very few variations in kanji is unique and rare to the Japanese.
For Kougen, kanji choices are listed below, sorted by the total number of Good!
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
功 means "achievement, merit, success."
Achievement - Accomplishment, success, or a feat that is worthy of praise.
Merit - A quality or action that is worthy of reward or recognition.
Work - The effort put into a task or job.
Effectiveness - The ability to produce a desired result.
源 means "source, origin."
Origin - The source from which a stream of water flows
Search - To ask
Genji - A reference to the Genji clan.
孝 means "filial piety, respect for parents and ancestors."
Respect and serve parents - Showing respect and devotion to one's parents.
Respect ancestors - Showing respect and honoring one's ancestors.
Mourning - Wearing mourning clothes and observing mourning rituals.
Respect - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to show respect and honor to their parents and ancestors.
Devotion - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be devoted and loyal to their parents and ancestors.
Obedience - Naming a baby with this kanji can signify a wish for the child to be obedient and follow the teachings of their parents and ancestors.
弦 means "string, chord."
Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.
Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.
Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.
Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.
Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.
Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.
Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.
Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.
幸 means "happiness, good fortune, luck."
Happiness, Fortunate - Being blessed with good luck, fortune, and joy.
Cherish, Love - Showing affection and care for someone or something.
Appreciate, Like - Having a favorable opinion of something.
Harvest - Gaining a reward or benefit from nature.
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
幸 means "happiness, good fortune, luck."
Happiness, Fortunate - Being blessed with good luck, fortune, and joy.
Cherish, Love - Showing affection and care for someone or something.
Appreciate, Like - Having a favorable opinion of something.
Harvest - Gaining a reward or benefit from nature.
絃 means "string, cord, wire."
Thread - A thin strand of material used to make or repair items.
Strings - Strings used to play stringed instruments.
Stringed Instruments - A general term for instruments that use strings.
Playing Stringed Instruments - The act of playing a stringed instrument.
Thread - Symbolizing the connection between family members and the strength of the bond.
Strings - Representing the harmony of life and the beauty of music.
Stringed Instruments - Representing the joy of making music and the power of creativity.
康 means "health, peaceful, comfortable."
Healthy - Having good physical and mental health
Robust - Strong and healthy
Peaceful - Free from disturbance
Prosperous - Having success or good fortune
Healthy - Conveying the wish for the baby to have good physical and mental health and to be free from illness or injury.
Prosperous - Conveying the wish for the baby to have success and good fortune in life.
Peaceful - Conveying the wish for the baby to have a tranquil and calm life.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
昂 means "high, elevated, noble."
Rise - To go up or increase in level.
Soar - To rise or increase rapidly.
Elevate - To raise in rank, status, or position.
Exalt - To raise in rank, honor, or esteem.
Heighten - To increase in intensity or degree.
Uplift - To raise in rank, status, or position.
High-spirited - This kanji conveys a sense of enthusiasm and optimism, suggesting that the child will be full of energy and have a positive outlook on life.
Ambitious - This kanji implies that the child will be driven and determined to achieve their goals.
Uplifting - This kanji suggests that the child will bring joy and positivity to those around them.
Energetic - This kanji implies that the child will be full of energy and enthusiasm, and will be eager to take on new challenges.
Inspiring - This kanji suggests that the child will be a source of motivation and encouragement for those around them.
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
昊 means "sky, firmament."
弦 means "string, chord."
Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.
Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.
Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.
Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.
Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.
Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.
Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.
Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.
昊 means "sky, firmament."
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
昊 means "sky, firmament."
舷 means "gunwale, side of a ship."
Stability - Refers to the stability of a ship, which can be seen as a metaphor for the stability of a person's life.
Strength - Refers to the strength of a ship, which can be seen as a metaphor for the strength of a person's character.
Endurance - Refers to the endurance of a ship, which can be seen as a metaphor for the endurance of a person's spirit.
晃 means "brightness, brilliance, clearness."
Bright - Emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts.
Shining - Emitting or reflecting light brightly.
Glowing - Emitting or reflecting light steadily and brightly.
Clear - Easily seen, heard, or understood
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
洸 means "sparkling water, glittering water."
Brave - A state of courage and boldness.
Grand - A state of grandeur and dignity.
Subtle - A state of being faint and indistinct.
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
煌 means "glitter, sparkle, shine."
Bright - Having a lot of light
Radiant - Emitting or reflecting light
Glittering - Sparkling or shining brightly.
Glowing - Emitting a steady, bright light.
Bright - Suggesting a cheerful, positive outlook on life.
Radiant - Conveying a sense of inner beauty and joy.
Glittering - Suggesting a life full of sparkle and excitement.
Glowing - Suggesting a life of warmth and light.
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
煌 means "glitter, sparkle, shine."
Bright - Having a lot of light
Radiant - Emitting or reflecting light
Glittering - Sparkling or shining brightly.
Glowing - Emitting a steady, bright light.
Bright - Suggesting a cheerful, positive outlook on life.
Radiant - Conveying a sense of inner beauty and joy.
Glittering - Suggesting a life full of sparkle and excitement.
Glowing - Suggesting a life of warmth and light.
絃 means "string, cord, wire."
Thread - A thin strand of material used to make or repair items.
Strings - Strings used to play stringed instruments.
Stringed Instruments - A general term for instruments that use strings.
Playing Stringed Instruments - The act of playing a stringed instrument.
Thread - Symbolizing the connection between family members and the strength of the bond.
Strings - Representing the harmony of life and the beauty of music.
Stringed Instruments - Representing the joy of making music and the power of creativity.
皐 means "riverside, shore, beach."
Satsuki - The fifth month of the lunar calendar.
Shoreline - Land by the water. Shoreline.
High place.
To call out loudly.
May - A beautiful name for a baby born in the fifth month of the lunar calendar.
Shoreline - This kanji that symbolizes the beauty of nature and the peacefulness of the shoreline.
High place - This kanji that symbolizes strength and courage.
Shout - This kanji that symbolizes the power of voice and the ability to speak up.
元 means "origin, beginning, former, ex."
Origin, Source - The fundamental or original basis of something.
Year Name - A name given to a year, such as the "Kigen" era.
空 means "sky, emptiness."
Sky - The vast expanse of the atmosphere above the earth.
Loneliness - A feeling of emptiness or desolation.
Emptiness - A lack of content or substance.
Waste - Something that is not used or is of no value.
Void - An empty space or area.
Wide - Having a large area or extent.
Hole - An opening or passage through something.
Gap - A space between two things.
Sky - A reminder of the vastness of the universe and the potential for greatness.
Loneliness - A reminder of the importance of companionship and connection.
Emptiness - A reminder of the importance of filling one's life with meaningful experiences.
Wide - A reminder of the importance of having a broad perspective and open-mindedness.
Hole - A reminder of the importance of finding one's place in the world.
Gap - A reminder of the importance of bridging divides and connecting with
弦 means "string, chord."
Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.
Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.
Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.
Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.
Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.
Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.
Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.
Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.
航 means "navigation, sail, voyage."
Voyage - This kanji implies a journey or voyage, suggesting a life of exploration and adventure.
Bridge - This kanji symbolizes a bridge between two worlds, suggesting a life of connection and understanding.
Boat - This kanji symbolizes a boat, suggesting a life of stability and security.
Travel - This kanji implies a life of travel and exploration, suggesting a life of discovery and growth.
Journey - This kanji implies a life of journey and exploration, suggesting a life of growth and discovery.
弦 means "string, chord."
Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.
Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.
Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.
Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.
Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.
Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.
Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.
Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.
航 means "navigation, sail, voyage."
Voyage - This kanji implies a journey or voyage, suggesting a life of exploration and adventure.
Bridge - This kanji symbolizes a bridge between two worlds, suggesting a life of connection and understanding.
Boat - This kanji symbolizes a boat, suggesting a life of stability and security.
Travel - This kanji implies a life of travel and exploration, suggesting a life of discovery and growth.
Journey - This kanji implies a life of journey and exploration, suggesting a life of growth and discovery.
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
航 means "navigation, sail, voyage."
Voyage - This kanji implies a journey or voyage, suggesting a life of exploration and adventure.
Bridge - This kanji symbolizes a bridge between two worlds, suggesting a life of connection and understanding.
Boat - This kanji symbolizes a boat, suggesting a life of stability and security.
Travel - This kanji implies a life of travel and exploration, suggesting a life of discovery and growth.
Journey - This kanji implies a life of journey and exploration, suggesting a life of growth and discovery.
絃 means "string, cord, wire."
Thread - A thin strand of material used to make or repair items.
Strings - Strings used to play stringed instruments.
Stringed Instruments - A general term for instruments that use strings.
Playing Stringed Instruments - The act of playing a stringed instrument.
Thread - Symbolizing the connection between family members and the strength of the bond.
Strings - Representing the harmony of life and the beauty of music.
Stringed Instruments - Representing the joy of making music and the power of creativity.
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