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Japanese girl(female) nameNani
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:なに
  • Katakanatip:ナニ
  • English transcriptionstip:Nani
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Nanachan(ななちゃん)Click to speech ななちゃんNenechan( ねねちゃん)Click to speech  ねねちゃんNikochan( にこちゃん)Click to speech  にこちゃん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. Japanese boy(male) nameSee the boys' version here.

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Nani."

Introduction to how Japanese names work

means "that, that one."

  • Many - Refers to a large quantity or amount.

  • Beautiful - Refers to something that is aesthetically pleasing.

  • Peaceful - Refers to a state of tranquility or serenity.

  • Question Mark, Contradiction - Used to express doubt or a contradiction.

Name ideas examples

  • Abundance - This kanji conveys the idea of abundance and plenty, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name to signify a life of abundance and prosperity.

  • Beauty - The kanji also carries the meaning of beauty, making it a great choice for a baby's name to signify a life of beauty and grace.

  • Peace - The kanji also carries the meaning of peace, making it a great choice for a baby's name to signify a life of peace and tranquility.

  • Question - The kanji can also be used to express a question or contradiction, making it a suitable choice for a baby's name to signify a life of curiosity and exploration.

means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.

  • Person - An individual human being.

  • Fruit - The seed of a fruit.

Name ideas examples

  • Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.

  • Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.

  • Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.

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