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21,378 first names, 70,620 last names, 317,184 kanji variations.
one of the best Japanese name searches for a baby!
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 Meito, kanji choices are listed below, sorted by the total number of Good!
明 means "bright, clear, obvious." Details are below.
Bright/Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
人 means "person, human." Details are below.
Other Person - Someone else.
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious." Details are below.
Bright/Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
士 means "samurai, warrior, gentleman." Details are below.
Adult Male - Refers to an adult male.
Official - Refers to a mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.
Duty - Refers to performing duties or serving in an official capacity.
Scholar - Refers to a person with excellent knowledge and learning.
Gentleman - Refers to a respectable man. It is also a term of endearment for men.
Samurai - Refers to a warrior.
Qualified Person - Refers to a person with certain qualifications or skills.
A man of knowledge and wisdom - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great intelligence and understanding.
A man of honor - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great integrity and respect.
A man of distinction - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great accomplishment and success.
A man of courage - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great bravery and strength.
A man of virtue - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great morality and righteousness.
A man of justice - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great fairness and justice.
A man of loyalty - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great loyalty and dedication.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious." Details are below.
Bright/Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
斗 means "measuring container, dipper, ladle." Details are below.
Ladle - Tool used to scoop up water or alcohol.
Measurement of liquid or grain. 1斗(itto) is equal to approximately 18 liters.
Name of a constellation. Southern Dipper and Northern Dipper.
Small, few, or scanty.
Suddenly or abruptly.
Tool - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a tool for the family to use to build a better future.
Measurement - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a measure of the family's love and joy.
Constellation - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a star in the family's sky.
Small - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being small and precious.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious." Details are below.
Bright/Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
翔 means "soar, fly, glide." Details are below.
To soar - To fly through the air with grace and ease.
To fly around - To move in circles or loops in the air.
To go forth with both hands outstretched - To move forward with determination and confidence.
To circle - To turn around and look back.
To be discerning - To be able to make wise decisions based on careful consideration.
To be detailed - To be thorough and precise in one's work.
To Fly - This is a positive and uplifting meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and strength to soar to great heights.
To Soar - This is a powerful and inspiring meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach their goals.
To Circulate - This is a meaningful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the ability to move freely and make connections with others.
To Reach Out - This is a hopeful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach out and make a difference in the world.
To Look Back - This is a reflective and thoughtful meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the wisdom to look back and learn from their experiences.
To Be Discriminating - This is a wise and mature meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the discernment to make wise decisions.
To Be Detailed - This is a precise and analytical meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the attention to detail to make sure things are done correctly.
明 means "bright, clear, obvious." Details are below.
Bright/Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.
Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.
Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.
Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.
Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.
Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.
Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.
飛 means "fly, jump, leap." Details are below.
Fly - To move through the air like a bird. To move quickly.
High - To be located in a high place.
Unfounded - Without evidence or basis.
Shogi Piece - One of the pieces in the Japanese game of Shogi, the Flying Chariot.
盟 means "alliance, oath, pledge." Details are below.
To swear - To make a solemn promise or vow.
To pledge - To make a solemn agreement or commitment.
To covenant - To make a formal agreement between two or more parties, such as between gods and humans.
Pledge - This kanji conveys the idea of making a solemn promise or commitment, which is a meaningful name for a baby.
Vow - This kanji also implies a vow or solemn promise, which is a meaningful name for a baby.
Covenant - This kanji implies a covenant or agreement between two parties, which is a meaningful name for a baby.
Alliance - This kanji implies an alliance or union between two parties, which is a meaningful name for a baby.
Bond - This kanji implies a bond or connection between two parties, which is a meaningful name for a baby.
人 means "person, human." Details are below.
Other Person - Someone else.
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
芽 means "bud, sprout." Details are below.
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
斗 means "measuring container, dipper, ladle." Details are below.
Ladle - Tool used to scoop up water or alcohol.
Measurement of liquid or grain. 1斗(itto) is equal to approximately 18 liters.
Name of a constellation. Southern Dipper and Northern Dipper.
Small, few, or scanty.
Suddenly or abruptly.
Tool - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a tool for the family to use to build a better future.
Measurement - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a measure of the family's love and joy.
Constellation - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being a star in the family's sky.
Small - This could be used to symbolize the idea of a baby being small and precious.
芽 means "bud, sprout." Details are below.
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
杜 means "forest, grove, woods." Details are below.
Forest - A place where trees are densely packed. Also, a forest surrounding a shrine.
A deciduous tree of the rose family.
Close - To be depressed. To shut.
Forest - This kanji implies a sense of nature and tranquility, suggesting that the child will be surrounded by beauty and peace.
Shrine - This kanji implies a sense of spirituality and reverence, suggesting that the child will be blessed with divine protection.
Depress - This kanji implies a sense of sadness and despair, suggesting that the child will be able to overcome difficult times.
Bush - This kanji implies a sense of strength and resilience, suggesting that the child will be able to withstand any challenge.
Close - This kanji implies a sense of closure and security, suggesting that the child will be protected and safe.
芽 means "bud, sprout." Details are below.
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
生 means "life, birth, raw, uncooked." Details are below.
To live - Alive, Living, Life, Living things, Life force
To dwell - Dwelling, Living, Life
To give birth - Give birth, Born, Produce, Create, Occur
Innate - Innate, Inborn, Natural
To grow - Grow, Sprout, Cultivate
Unprocessed - Unprocessed, Unripe, Unskilled
Pure - Pure, Unmixed, Unadulterated
Scholar - Scholar, Intellectual, Teacher
Student - Student, Pupil, Disciple
Alive - Symbolizing life and vitality.
Life - Representing the preciousness of life.
Living - Signifying the joy of living.
To Live - Encouraging the baby to live life to the fullest.
To Produce - Inspiring the baby to create and innovate.
To Grow - Reminding the baby to keep growing and learning.
Pure - Wishing the baby to remain pure and innocent.
Scholar - Honoring the baby’s intelligence and knowledge.
Student - Encouraging the baby to pursue knowledge.
人 means "person, human." Details are below.
Other Person - Someone else.
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
Names that have the same gender and start with M.
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This is the order of names with many variations of kanji.
Basically, names with more variations are more common and familiar to the Japanese.
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Please note that just because a name has been viewed more times does not mean it is a famous name in Japan.
What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
What is Katakana?
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.
Households?
The names are sorted by the number of Japanese households where the surname is used.
The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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