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Kura
Kura- Gender:Male
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:くら - :クラ
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Kurakun(くらくん)
Kurachan( くらちゃん)Kuratan( くらたん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. 
See the girls' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: 
Kura
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 "Kura," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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藏- Kura -
藏 means "藏: storehouse, warehouse, repository."
Store, Accumulate - To store or accumulate something.
Tibet - Abbreviation for the country name "Tibet".
Name ideas examples
Hide, Conceal - To symbolize the idea of hiding or concealing something, such as a secret or a special talent.
Store, Accumulate - To symbolize the idea of storing or accumulating something, such as knowledge or wealth.
Refuge, Hideaway - To symbolize the idea of taking refuge or finding a safe place.
Buddhist, Taoist Texts - To symbolize the idea of wisdom and enlightenment.
虎遊- Kura -
虎 means "tiger, fierce, brave."
Tiger - A fierce animal of the cat family.
Bravery And Courage - An example of something brave and courageous.
Fierceness - Something that is fierce and powerful.
Name ideas examples
Courage - A quality of being brave and determined in the face of adversity.
Strength - The ability to withstand physical or mental strain.
Fierceness - A quality of being strong and powerful.
Wildness - A quality of being untamed and unpredictable.
遊 means "play, amusement, leisure."
To Play - To have fun, to enjoy oneself, to frolic.
To Interact - To associate, to socialize, to engage in mutual exchange.
To Be Idle - To be unemployed, to have free time.
Recreation - To have fun, to amuse oneself.
Friends - Companions, acquaintances.
Dandy - A fashionable man.
To Swim - To float, to drift, to be buoyant.
To Do Something - A polite expression for performing an action.
Name ideas examples
蔵- Kura -
蔵 means "warehouse, storehouse."
Store, Hide, Hide Away, Accumulate, Hide Oneself - To put away or store something, to conceal or keep something secret, to accumulate or save something, to hide oneself or keep oneself out of sight, to hide away or keep oneself hidden.
Accumulation, Stored Goods - Something that is stored or kept.
Buddhist, Taoist Scriptures - Scriptures from Buddhism or Taoism.
Tibet - Abbreviation for the country name "Tibet (西蔵)".
Name ideas examples
To Store - It implies that the child will be taken care of and protected.
To Hide - It implies that the child will be safe and secure.
To Store Up - It implies that the child will be provided for and taken care of.
To Hide Oneself - It implies that the child will be protected and secure.
To Hide Away - It implies that the child will be safe and secure.
To Hide In - It implies that the child will be protected and secure.
Warehouse - It implies that the child will be provided for and taken care of.
Stored Goods - It implies that the child will be provided for and taken care of.
Buddhist Or Taoist Scriptures - This is a suitable meaning for naming
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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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