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Makichan(まきちゃん)
Makki(まっきー)
Kiyakun(きやくん)![]()
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:
Makiya
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 "Makiya," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
巻 means "roll, volume, curl."
A Fist - A clenched hand, usually used to express determination or strength.
Beautiful - Attractive or pleasing in appearance.
Roll - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
Volume - Volume - A Book; a scroll - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of volume throughout life.
Curl - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
A Fist - A Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the a fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
也 means "to be, question particle, exclamation."
To be - A classical copula meaning "is."
Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.
巻 means "roll, volume, curl."
A Fist - A clenched hand, usually used to express determination or strength.
Beautiful - Attractive or pleasing in appearance.
Roll - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
Volume - Volume - A Book; a scroll - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of volume throughout life.
Curl - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
A Fist - A Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the a fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
哉 means "question particle, exclamation, beginning."
Question Particle - Expressing doubt or rhetorical question.
Exclamation - Expressing wonder or emotion.
To Begin - To start for the first time.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.
Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.
First Time - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
To Begin - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.
巻 means "roll, volume, curl."
A Fist - A clenched hand, usually used to express determination or strength.
Beautiful - Attractive or pleasing in appearance.
Roll - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
Volume - Volume - A Book; a scroll - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of volume throughout life.
Curl - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
A Fist - A Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the a fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
弥 means "universal, long time, to mend."
To Mend - To repair or restore something that is damaged or broken.
Extensively - To spread or cover over a wide area.
Finally - To come to an end or conclusion.
Increasingly - More and More; further.
Universal - Being universal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be universal, letting this quality guide their path.
Long Time - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
To Mend - The act of mend represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child mend with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Extensively - Breadth represents inclusiveness, comprehensive view, and open-mindedness. May your child have a broad perspective and inclusive heart.
Finally - Finally - To come to an end or conclusion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of finally throughout life.
Increasingly - Increasingly - More and more; further - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of increasingly throughout life.
巻 means "roll, volume, curl."
A Fist - A clenched hand, usually used to express determination or strength.
Beautiful - Attractive or pleasing in appearance.
Roll - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
Volume - Volume - A Book; a scroll - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of volume throughout life.
Curl - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
A Fist - A Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the a fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
矢 means "arrow, straight, to vow."
Arrow - A projectile shot from a bow.
Bestow - To give or confer.
Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels.
Arrow - Arrow - A projectile shot from a bow - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of arrow throughout life.
Straight - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and the shortest path to truth. May your child be straight and honest, taking the direct path of integrity.
To Vow - The act of vow represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child vow with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Line Up - Up represents growth, improvement, and the continuous journey toward betterment. May your child always strive upward, growing and improving throughout life.
Bestow - Bestowing represents generosity, blessing, and giving of gifts. May your child bestow blessings upon others throughout their life.
Feces - Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of feces throughout life.
巻 means "roll, volume, curl."
A Fist - A clenched hand, usually used to express determination or strength.
Beautiful - Attractive or pleasing in appearance.
Roll - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
Volume - Volume - A Book; a scroll - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of volume throughout life.
Curl - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.
A Fist - A Fist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the a fist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Beautiful - Beauty encompasses both outer form and inner grace, reflecting harmony and balance. May your child embody true beauty—radiating from within and inspiring others.
耶 means "question particle, father, transliteration."
Father - One's father.
Transliteration - Used for foreign words in Chinese.
Evil - Something evil or wicked.
Exclamation - Used to express an exclamation or admiration.
Rhetorical Device - Used to express a rhetorical device or irony.
Sanskrit - Used to represent the sound of Sanskrit (Bongo).
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Father - Fathers represent protection, guidance, and the strength that supports the family. May your child honor fatherhood, whether as a strong protector or one who respects paternal wisdom.
Transliteration - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.
Evil - Understanding what is harmful teaches the value of what is good. May your child recognize and avoid what is harmful while pursuing good.
Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.
Rhetorical Device - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
Sanskrit - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
牧 means "pasture, shepherd, raise."
Pasture - Grazing land for animals.
Shepherd - One who tends livestock.
Raise - To breed animals.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - This includes raising cattle, horses, and other animals.
Official - A government official or local administrator.
Pasture - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Shepherd - Shepherd - One who tends livestock - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shepherd throughout life.
Raise - Raising represents nurturing, elevation, and helping others grow. May your child raise others up, nurturing growth wherever they go.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
也 means "to be, question particle, exclamation."
To be - A classical copula meaning "is."
Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.
牧 means "pasture, shepherd, raise."
Pasture - Grazing land for animals.
Shepherd - One who tends livestock.
Raise - To breed animals.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - This includes raising cattle, horses, and other animals.
Official - A government official or local administrator.
Pasture - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Shepherd - Shepherd - One who tends livestock - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shepherd throughout life.
Raise - Raising represents nurturing, elevation, and helping others grow. May your child raise others up, nurturing growth wherever they go.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
哉 means "question particle, exclamation, beginning."
Question Particle - Expressing doubt or rhetorical question.
Exclamation - Expressing wonder or emotion.
To Begin - To start for the first time.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.
Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.
First Time - Being first represents leadership, pioneering spirit, and the courage to lead the way. May your child be first in character and courage, leading others with integrity.
To Begin - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.
牧 means "pasture, shepherd, raise."
Pasture - Grazing land for animals.
Shepherd - One who tends livestock.
Raise - To breed animals.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - This includes raising cattle, horses, and other animals.
Official - A government official or local administrator.
Pasture - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Shepherd - Shepherd - One who tends livestock - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shepherd throughout life.
Raise - Raising represents nurturing, elevation, and helping others grow. May your child raise others up, nurturing growth wherever they go.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
弥 means "universal, long time, to mend."
To Mend - To repair or restore something that is damaged or broken.
Extensively - To spread or cover over a wide area.
Finally - To come to an end or conclusion.
Increasingly - More and More; further.
Universal - Being universal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be universal, letting this quality guide their path.
Long Time - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
To Mend - The act of mend represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child mend with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Extensively - Breadth represents inclusiveness, comprehensive view, and open-mindedness. May your child have a broad perspective and inclusive heart.
Finally - Finally - To come to an end or conclusion - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of finally throughout life.
Increasingly - Increasingly - More and more; further - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of increasingly throughout life.
牧 means "pasture, shepherd, raise."
Pasture - Grazing land for animals.
Shepherd - One who tends livestock.
Raise - To breed animals.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - This includes raising cattle, horses, and other animals.
Official - A government official or local administrator.
Pasture - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Shepherd - Shepherd - One who tends livestock - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shepherd throughout life.
Raise - Raising represents nurturing, elevation, and helping others grow. May your child raise others up, nurturing growth wherever they go.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
矢 means "arrow, straight, to vow."
Arrow - A projectile shot from a bow.
Bestow - To give or confer.
Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels.
Arrow - Arrow - A projectile shot from a bow - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of arrow throughout life.
Straight - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and the shortest path to truth. May your child be straight and honest, taking the direct path of integrity.
To Vow - The act of vow represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child vow with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Line Up - Up represents growth, improvement, and the continuous journey toward betterment. May your child always strive upward, growing and improving throughout life.
Bestow - Bestowing represents generosity, blessing, and giving of gifts. May your child bestow blessings upon others throughout their life.
Feces - Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of feces throughout life.
牧 means "pasture, shepherd, raise."
Pasture - Grazing land for animals.
Shepherd - One who tends livestock.
Raise - To breed animals.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - This includes raising cattle, horses, and other animals.
Official - A government official or local administrator.
Pasture - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Shepherd - Shepherd - One who tends livestock - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shepherd throughout life.
Raise - Raising represents nurturing, elevation, and helping others grow. May your child raise others up, nurturing growth wherever they go.
To Raise or Keep Livestock - Living represents existence with purpose, engagement, and full participation in life. May your child truly live, engaged and purposeful in every moment.
Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.
耶 means "question particle, father, transliteration."
Father - One's father.
Transliteration - Used for foreign words in Chinese.
Evil - Something evil or wicked.
Exclamation - Used to express an exclamation or admiration.
Rhetorical Device - Used to express a rhetorical device or irony.
Sanskrit - Used to represent the sound of Sanskrit (Bongo).
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Father - Fathers represent protection, guidance, and the strength that supports the family. May your child honor fatherhood, whether as a strong protector or one who respects paternal wisdom.
Transliteration - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.
Evil - Understanding what is harmful teaches the value of what is good. May your child recognize and avoid what is harmful while pursuing good.
Exclamation - Exclamation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of exclamation.
Rhetorical Device - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.
Sanskrit - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.
蒔 means "to plant, dill, to sow."
To Plant - The act of plant represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child plant with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Sow - The act of sow represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sow with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Dill - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.
Name - Naming represents identity, recognition, and giving meaning. May your child's name bring them honor and purpose.
也 means "to be, question particle, exclamation."
To be - A classical copula meaning "is."
Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.
万 means "ten thousand, all, absolutely."
All - Everything; every; an extremely large amount.
Absolutely - Definitely; certainly; no matter what.
Never - This refers to something that will never happen, no matter what.
Ten Thousand - Ten thousand (万) represents infinity, universality, and the countless blessings of a full life. May your child receive ten thousand blessings, their life infinitely rich and full.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
Absolutely - Absolutely - Definitely; certainly; no matter what - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of absolutely throughout life.
Never - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Very Many - Many represents abundance, community, and the richness of diverse connections. May your child be blessed with many friends, many joys, and many blessings.
基 means "foundation, base, basis."
Foundation - The base on which something stands.
Basis - The Fundamental Principle; the starting point.
Counting Word - A word used to count items such as lanterns or graves.
Foundation - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Base - The base represents foundation, support, and starting points. May your child build on a solid base of values and skills.
Basis - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.
Counting Word - Words (言) hold power in Japanese culture—kotodama, the spiritual power of language. May your child speak words of power and blessing, understanding kotodama's sacred force.
Group of Atoms - Groups represent community, belonging, and the strength found in numbers. May your child find their group, belonging to communities of purpose and support.
Origin - Origin represents source, beginning, and the roots from which all grows. May your child honor their origins while growing beyond them.
也 means "to be, question particle, exclamation."
To be - A classical copula meaning "is."
Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.
万 means "ten thousand, all, absolutely."
All - Everything; every; an extremely large amount.
Absolutely - Definitely; certainly; no matter what.
Never - This refers to something that will never happen, no matter what.
Ten Thousand - Ten thousand (万) represents infinity, universality, and the countless blessings of a full life. May your child receive ten thousand blessings, their life infinitely rich and full.
All - All represents completeness, wholeness, and embracing the totality of existence. May your child embrace all of life—its joys and sorrows—with a whole and complete heart.
Absolutely - Absolutely - Definitely; certainly; no matter what - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of absolutely throughout life.
Never - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Very Many - Many represents abundance, community, and the richness of diverse connections. May your child be blessed with many friends, many joys, and many blessings.
季 means "season, youngest, end."
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.
Youngest - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
End - Ending represents conclusion, completion, and making way for new beginnings. May your child end things well and embrace new beginnings.
野 means "field, outskirts, civilian."
Civilian - Private sector as opposed to government.
Open - The wide open spaces, with no boundaries or restrictions.
Rough - Unrestrained; wild.
Uncivilized - Barbarous; undeveloped.
Uninhabited - The lack of human presence in the area.
Unpretentious - The simplicity and lack of ornamentation.
Field - Fields represent labor, harvest, and the fertile ground for growth. May your child's fields be fertile, their labor bringing abundant harvest.
Outskirts - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
Civilian - Civilian represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the civilian's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Area - Area - Domain; realm; range - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of area throughout life.
Country House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.
Crude - Crude - Plain; unpolished; rustic; vulgar - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of crude throughout life.
Open - Opening represents access, opportunity, and welcoming. May your child open doors of opportunity for themselves and others.
Rough - Rough - Unrestrained; wild - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rough throughout life.
Uncivilized - Uncivilized - Barbarous; undeveloped - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of uncivilized throughout life.
Uninhabited - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Unpretentious - Being unpretentious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be unpretentious, letting this quality guide their path.
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.
木 means "tree, wood, simple."
Element - One of the five elements in Chinese philosophy, representing the east and the color blue.
Material - Wood used as a material for making things.
Musical Instrument - An instrument made of wood, one of the eight tones (gold, stone, thread, bamboo, gourd, earth, leather, and wood).
Thursday - One of the seven days of the week.
Tree - The tree represents growth, shelter, and the connection between earth and sky. May your child grow tall and provide shelter.
Simple - Simplicity represents clarity, essence, and freedom from unnecessary complexity. May your child embrace simplicity, finding clarity in the essential.
Element - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
Material - Being material represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be material, letting this quality guide their path.
Musical Instrument - 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.
Numb - Numb - Unable to feel; insensitive - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of numb throughout life.
Thursday - Each day brings new opportunities and blessings to embrace. May your child make the most of every day given to them.
也 means "to be, question particle, exclamation."
To be - A classical copula meaning "is."
Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.
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.
輝 means "to shine."
To Shine - To emit or reflect light, to be bright and radiant.
Glow - To emit a steady, bright light.
Illuminate - To light up, to make something visible or clear.
Splendor - Magnificent and dazzling beauty.
To Shine - The act of shining represents sharing one's gifts and illuminating the path for others. May your child shine forth courageously, lighting the way for those who follow.
Glow - 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.
Illuminate - To illuminate means to bring understanding, clarity, and the light of wisdom. May your child illuminate minds and hearts, bringing clarity where confusion reigns.
Splendor - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the full expression of one's potential. May your child achieve splendor in all things, manifesting their full magnificent potential.
也 means "to be, question particle, exclamation."
To be - A classical copula meaning "is."
Will it be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Exclamation - A particle for calling or addressing.
To be - The act of be represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child be with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Will it be - Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or que - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will it be throughout life.
Question Particle - Question particles enable inquiry and the pursuit of understanding. May your child always maintain a questioning, curious mind.
Exclamation - Language elements enable expression and communication. May your child communicate clearly and understand others well.
Names that have the same gender and start with M.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
Households
Sorts surnames by the estimated number of Japanese households that use them. More households generally indicates a more common or well-known surname.
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