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Morichan(もりちゃん)Yanchan( やんちゃん)
Mochan( もちゃん)
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: Moriya
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 "Moriya," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
守 means "protect, defend, obey."
Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.
Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.
Watch, Observe - To keep an eye on something and not let it out of sight.
Governor - A local or regional official in charge of a district or group.
Amulet - A charm or object believed to bring good luck or protection.
Caretaker - Someone who looks after or takes care of someone or something.
也 means "also, too, likewise."
To Be - Read as "nari", expressing affirmation, certainty, and existence.
Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Is It So - Read as "ya", expressing confirmation, wonder, or seeking validation.
Exclamation - Read as "yo", emphasizing or calling attention to something.
To Be - This symbolizes a baby who will grow into their true self with confidence and certainty about their place in the world.
Will It Be - This expresses hope for a bright and promising future for the baby, filled with endless possibilities.
Is It So - This could express the joy and wonder of having a new baby in the family, a moment of sweet confirmation.
Exclamation - This captures the excitement and celebration that comes with welcoming a new life into the family.
守 means "protect, defend, obey."
Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.
Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.
Watch, Observe - To keep an eye on something and not let it out of sight.
Governor - A local or regional official in charge of a district or group.
Amulet - A charm or object believed to bring good luck or protection.
Caretaker - Someone who looks after or takes care of someone or something.
彌 means "fullness, completeness, abundance, increase."
Long - Lasting for a long time, distant in time or space.
Pass - To pass through, to pass the time, to pass away.
Spread - To spread widely, to go around.
Mend - To mend, to patch up, to repair.
Increasingly - More and more, increasingly.
Eternal - Suggesting a long-lasting and timeless bond between the child and their parents.
Far - Suggesting a connection that transcends physical distance.
Passing Of Time - Suggesting the passage of time and the importance of cherishing each moment.
Widely Spread - Suggesting the child's influence and impact on the world.
Repair - Suggesting the ability to mend and heal any broken relationships.
Increasingly - Suggesting the potential for growth and development.
杜 means "forest, grove, woods."
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.
也 means "also, too, likewise."
To Be - Read as "nari", expressing affirmation, certainty, and existence.
Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Is It So - Read as "ya", expressing confirmation, wonder, or seeking validation.
Exclamation - Read as "yo", emphasizing or calling attention to something.
To Be - This symbolizes a baby who will grow into their true self with confidence and certainty about their place in the world.
Will It Be - This expresses hope for a bright and promising future for the baby, filled with endless possibilities.
Is It So - This could express the joy and wonder of having a new baby in the family, a moment of sweet confirmation.
Exclamation - This captures the excitement and celebration that comes with welcoming a new life into the family.
盛 means "to heap up, to pile up, to serve (food) generously."
To Fill A Container - To fill a container with something, such as food or liquid.
Offerings To The Gods - Items offered to the gods as a form of worship.
Vigorous - Having a lot of energy or enthusiasm.
To Enliven - To make something more lively or exciting.
To Compound Medicine - To mix and prepare medicine for consumption.
Mating Season - The period of time when animals are sexually active.
Abundant - This kanji implies that the baby will have an abundance of good fortune and blessings.
Filled - This kanji implies that the baby will be filled with joy and happiness.
Energetic - This kanji implies that the baby will have a lot of energy and enthusiasm.
Mature - This kanji implies that the baby will grow up to be wise and mature.
Offering - This kanji implies that the baby will be a blessing to others and will be generous with their gifts.
Seasonal - This kanji implies that the baby will be in tune with the changing of the seasons and will be able to adapt to the changing environment.
也 means "also, too, likewise."
To Be - Read as "nari", expressing affirmation, certainty, and existence.
Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Is It So - Read as "ya", expressing confirmation, wonder, or seeking validation.
Exclamation - Read as "yo", emphasizing or calling attention to something.
To Be - This symbolizes a baby who will grow into their true self with confidence and certainty about their place in the world.
Will It Be - This expresses hope for a bright and promising future for the baby, filled with endless possibilities.
Is It So - This could express the joy and wonder of having a new baby in the family, a moment of sweet confirmation.
Exclamation - This captures the excitement and celebration that comes with welcoming a new life into the family.
守 means "protect, defend, obey."
Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.
Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.
Watch, Observe - To keep an eye on something and not let it out of sight.
Governor - A local or regional official in charge of a district or group.
Amulet - A charm or object believed to bring good luck or protection.
Caretaker - Someone who looks after or takes care of someone or something.
矢 means "arrow, dart."
Arrow - A weapon shot with a bowstring.
Correct - To make something right or accurate.
Straight - Moving in a direct line.
Vow - A solemn promise or pledge.
Bestow - To give or confer.
Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels.
杜 means "forest, grove, woods."
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.
弥 means "all the more, increasingly."
Extensively - To spread or cover over a wide area.
Long - To last for a long time.
Distant - To be far away in time or space.
Mend - To repair or restore something that is damaged or broken.
Finally - To come to an end or conclusion.
Increasingly - To become more and more.
Further - To an even greater degree.
Eternal - It conveys the idea of something that will last forever and is a reminder of the love and care that parents have for their child.
Widely Spread - It conveys the idea of something that is widely known and accepted, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's presence in the world.
Long Time - It conveys the idea of something that will last for a long time, and is a reminder of the commitment that parents have to their child.
Far Away - It conveys the idea of something that is far away, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's future.
Passing Of Time - It conveys the idea of something that is constantly changing, and is a reminder of the importance of the child's growth and development.
Repair - It conveys the idea of something that can be fixed, and is a reminder
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