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Japanese boy(male) nameNaka
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:なか
  • Katakanatip:ナカ
  • English Syllablestip:na-ka (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:na-ka (2)
  • English transcriptionstip:Naka
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Nacchan(なっちゃん)Click to speech なっちゃんNakakun( なかくん)Click to speech  なかくんNattsu( なっつ)Click to speech  なっつ

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameNaka

Kanji Names & Meanings - 2 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 "Naka," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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means "middle, center, halfway."

Name ideas examples

  • Middle - Middle represents moderation, balance, and the golden mean between extremes. May your child find the golden middle path, avoiding extremes with wisdom.

  • Center - The center represents balance, stability, and being at the heart of things. May your child find their center, balanced and stable at the heart of their world.

  • Halfway - Halfway - In the middle of progress; ongoing - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of halfway throughout life.

  • Between - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Hit - Hitting represents impact, reaching goals, and achieving targets. May your child hit their marks and achieve their worthy goals.

  • Inside, Interior - Inside represents inner life, depth, and the treasures hidden within. May your child cultivate a rich inner life, full of hidden treasures.

  • Neutral - Being neutral represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be neutral, letting this quality guide their path.

  • To Hit - The act of hit represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child hit with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Whole - Whole - The entire period or range - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of whole throughout life.

  • China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.

名嘉- Naka -

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means "name, to name, reputation."

Name ideas examples

  • Name - Naming represents identity, recognition, and giving meaning. May your child's name bring them honor and purpose.

  • To Name - Names carry identity, destiny, and in Japan, the power to shape one's future. May your child honor their name, living up to its promise and meaning.

  • Reputation - Reputation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of reputation.

  • Achievement - Achievement represents an important condition or result. May your child experience positive achievement throughout life.

  • Counting - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

  • Famous - Being famous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be famous, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Formal - Form represents shape, structure, and the visible expression of inner essence. May your child give beautiful form to their ideas, expressing their inner essence.

  • Nominal - Being nominal represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be nominal, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Notable - Being notable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be notable, letting this quality guide their path.

means "good, auspicious, to praise."

Name ideas examples

  • Good - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.

  • Auspicious - Auspiciousness brings good fortune and favorable circumstances. May your child's presence bring good fortune, their life marked by auspicious blessings.

  • To Praise - Praise represents recognition, encouragement, and celebrating what is good. May your child give and receive praise, celebrating goodness in all.

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