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Japanese boy(male) nameNanao
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:ななお
  • Katakanatip:ナナオ
  • English Syllablestip:na-na-o (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:na-na-o (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Nanao
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Naochan(なおちゃん)Click to speech なおちゃんNanachan(ななちゃん)Click to speech ななちゃんO-kun(おーくん)Click to speech おーくん

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 nameNanao

Kanji Names & Meanings - 8 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 "Nanao," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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奈直- Nanao -

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means "nara, name of a place in Japan."

  • Fruit Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits, such as an apple tree.

  • Nashi - Refers to a type of pear, also known as the Asian pear.

  • Apple Tree - Refers to a tree that produces apples.

  • Fruit Like Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits similar to apples.

  • A question or rhetorical expression used to express doubt or contradiction.

Name ideas examples

  • Fruitful - This kanji implies abundance and prosperity, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of abundance and success.

  • Tangy - This kanji implies a zest for life and a vibrant personality, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of energy and enthusiasm.

  • Apple - This kanji implies sweetness and innocence, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of joy and innocence.

  • Resilient - This kanji implies strength and perseverance, suggesting that the baby will have a life full of strength and determination.

means "straight, direct, honest."

  • Straight - Not bent or curved

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Fix - To make something right or correct.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Hit - To come into contact with something.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

Name ideas examples

  • Honest - Being truthful and sincere.

  • Direct - Without anything or anyone in between.

  • Extend - To make something longer or wider.

  • Immediately - Without delay.

  • Value - Price or worth of something.

  • Deserve - To have value or worth.

  • Return - To go back to the original state.

  • Steadfast - Unwavering and determined.

七凰- Nanao -

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means "seven."

Name ideas examples

  • Seven - Symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good luck.

  • Seventh - Representing the seventh in a series, such as the seventh child in a family.

  • Seventh Time - Symbolizing a new beginning or a fresh start.

  • Seven Times - Representing the idea of perseverance and resilience.

  • Seven Degrees - Symbolizing the idea of progress and growth.

  • Many Times - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

  • Many Times Over - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

means "phoenix, bird of legend."

  • Phoenix - A legendary bird that is said to appear during auspicious occasions. Male Phoenix

Name ideas examples

  • Auspicious - Symbolizing good luck and fortune.

  • Legendary - Representing something that is extraordinary and remarkable.

  • Courageous - Symbolizing strength and bravery.

七夫- Nanao -

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means "seven."

Name ideas examples

  • Seven - Symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good luck.

  • Seventh - Representing the seventh in a series, such as the seventh child in a family.

  • Seventh Time - Symbolizing a new beginning or a fresh start.

  • Seven Times - Representing the idea of perseverance and resilience.

  • Seven Degrees - Symbolizing the idea of progress and growth.

  • Many Times - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

  • Many Times Over - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

means "husband, man, male."

  • Husband - A married man who is the spouse of a wife.

  • Man - An adult male.

  • Laborer - A man who engages in physical labor.

Name ideas examples

  • Husband - This kanji that symbolizes a strong and loving relationship between a man and a woman.

  • Man - This kanji that symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience.

  • Laborer - This kanji that symbolizes hard work and dedication.

七生- Nanao -

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means "seven."

Name ideas examples

  • Seven - Symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good luck.

  • Seventh - Representing the seventh in a series, such as the seventh child in a family.

  • Seventh Time - Symbolizing a new beginning or a fresh start.

  • Seven Times - Representing the idea of perseverance and resilience.

  • Seven Degrees - Symbolizing the idea of progress and growth.

  • Many Times - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

  • Many Times Over - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."

  • 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.

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

七男- Nanao -

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means "seven."

Name ideas examples

  • Seven - Symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good luck.

  • Seventh - Representing the seventh in a series, such as the seventh child in a family.

  • Seventh Time - Symbolizing a new beginning or a fresh start.

  • Seven Times - Representing the idea of perseverance and resilience.

  • Seven Degrees - Symbolizing the idea of progress and growth.

  • Many Times - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

  • Many Times Over - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

means "man, male."

  • Man - A male person.

  • Son - A male offspring of a parent.

  • Vigorous Person - Someone who is full of energy and vitality.

  • Masculine Person - Someone who has qualities traditionally associated with men.

Name ideas examples

  • Son - It is a term of endearment and affection for a male child.

  • Vigorous Person - It implies that the child will be strong and full of energy.

  • Manly Person - It implies that the child will grow up to be a strong and confident man.

七々緒- Nanao -

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means "seven."

Name ideas examples

  • Seven - Symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good luck.

  • Seventh - Representing the seventh in a series, such as the seventh child in a family.

  • Seventh Time - Symbolizing a new beginning or a fresh start.

  • Seven Times - Representing the idea of perseverance and resilience.

  • Seven Degrees - Symbolizing the idea of progress and growth.

  • Many Times - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

  • Many Times Over - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

means "a repetition kanji or ideographic iteration mark."

means "beginning, end, thread, cord, strap."

  • Beginning - The start or origin of something.

  • Thread - The end or tip of a thread.

  • Continuity - A connection or series of events.

  • Heart - A feeling or emotion.

  • Cord - A long, continuous thing.

Name ideas examples

  • Beginning - This kanji that symbolizes the start of a new life.

  • Thread - This kanji that symbolizes the connection between the baby and their family.

  • Continuity - This kanji that symbolizes the continuation of a family line.

  • Heart - This kanji that symbolizes the love and emotion of the family.

  • Cord - This kanji that symbolizes the bond between the baby and their family.

七々音- Nanao -

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means "seven."

Name ideas examples

  • Seven - Symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good luck.

  • Seventh - Representing the seventh in a series, such as the seventh child in a family.

  • Seventh Time - Symbolizing a new beginning or a fresh start.

  • Seven Times - Representing the idea of perseverance and resilience.

  • Seven Degrees - Symbolizing the idea of progress and growth.

  • Many Times - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

  • Many Times Over - Representing the idea of abundance and prosperity.

means "a repetition kanji or ideographic iteration mark."

means "sound, noise."

  • Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.

  • Verse - A song or piece of music.

  • News - A visit or message.

  • Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.

Name ideas examples

  • Sound - This kanji that evokes a pleasant sound, such as a musical note or a gentle breeze.

  • Verse - This kanji that is lyrical and poetic, such as a line from a poem or a song.

  • News - This kanji that symbolizes a message of hope or joy, such as a word that means “good news” or “happiness”.

  • Chinese Pronunciation - This kanji that has a Chinese pronunciation, such as a character that has a special meaning in Chinese culture.

菜々緒- Nanao -

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means "vegetable, greens."

  • Vegetable - A general term for vegetables that are edible such as leaves, stems, and roots.

  • Vegetable Leaves - Leaves of vegetables that are edible.

  • Green Vegetables - Vegetables that are green in color and edible.

  • Side Dish - A dish served alongside the main course.

  • Cuisine - A style of cooking.

Name ideas examples

means "a repetition kanji or ideographic iteration mark."

means "beginning, end, thread, cord, strap."

  • Beginning - The start or origin of something.

  • Thread - The end or tip of a thread.

  • Continuity - A connection or series of events.

  • Heart - A feeling or emotion.

  • Cord - A long, continuous thing.

Name ideas examples

  • Beginning - This kanji that symbolizes the start of a new life.

  • Thread - This kanji that symbolizes the connection between the baby and their family.

  • Continuity - This kanji that symbolizes the continuation of a family line.

  • Heart - This kanji that symbolizes the love and emotion of the family.

  • Cord - This kanji that symbolizes the bond between the baby and their family.

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