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Minatchi(みなっち)
Gigi( ぎぎ)
Mina( みな)![]()
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls.
See the girls' version here.
This name is also used as a surname:
Minagi
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 "Minagi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
南 means "south, southern."
South - A direction or orientation. To go south.
A character used to transcribe the sound of Sanskrit (Bongo).
South - This kanji that symbolizes the idea of going forward and making progress.
This kanji that symbolizes the idea of transcending boundaries and cultures.
梛 means "nagi - a type of tree."
望 means "hope, wish, desire."
Hope, Wish, Desire - To have a strong desire for something, to wish for something, to hope for something.
Gaze, View - To look at something in the distance, to have a view of something.
Resent, Bitter - To feel resentment or bitterness towards something.
Popularity, Trust, Respect - To have a high level of popularity, trust, or respect.
Moon, Full Moon - To be associated with the moon or a full moon.
Hope, Wish, Desire - To give the baby a name that conveys a strong desire for a bright future.
Gaze, View - To give the baby a name that conveys a view of the world that is far-reaching and expansive.
Yearn, Long For - To give the baby a name that conveys a strong longing for something.
Popularity, Trust, Respect - To give the baby a name that conveys a high level of popularity
凪 means "calm, lull."
Calmness - The state of being still and peaceful, with no wind or waves.
Calmness Of The Sea - The state of the sea being still and peaceful, with no wind or waves.
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
Water - This is a symbol of purity and life, and is a great name for a baby. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
River - This is a strong and powerful name, and is associated with the flow of life. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Marsh - This is a name that is associated with nature and the environment. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Lake - This is a name that is associated with tranquility and peace. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Sea - This is a name that is associated with vastness and power. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Draw Water - This is a name that is associated with hard work and perseverance. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Five Elements - This is a name that is associated with balance and harmony. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
North - This is a name that is associated with strength and stability. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Black - This is a name that is associated with mystery and power. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
Wednesday - This is a name that is associated with communication and understanding. It is also associated with the element of water, which is associated with emotions, intuition, and creativity.
渚 means "anxiety, worry, trouble."
Water's Edge - The edge of a body of water, such as a river or lake.
Shore - A small island formed in the middle of a river or lake.
Waves - The ripples and waves created by the wind or other forces on the surface of a body of water.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
凪 means "calm, lull."
Calmness - The state of being still and peaceful, with no wind or waves.
Calmness Of The Sea - The state of the sea being still and peaceful, with no wind or waves.
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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.
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