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21,378 first names, 70,620 last names, 317,184 kanji variations.
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In Japanese, there is a culture of kanji which is a set of characters that originated from Chinese characters, and the meaning of the name changes according to the choice of kanji characters.
The more numerous variations of kanji, the more common name is in Japan. On the other hand, a name with very few variations in kanji is unique and rare to the Japanese.
For Nisuke, kanji choices are listed below, sorted by the total number of Good!
弐 means "second, two (in financial context)." Details are below.
Two - Used to represent the number two in documents such as contracts to prevent rewriting.
Again - Used to represent doing something a second time.
Betray - Used to represent having two minds or being disloyal.
Add - Used to represent adding something to the side.
Two - Representing the number two, this kanji can be used to symbolize the idea of duality or having two of something.
Again - Representing the idea of doing something again, this kanji can be used to symbolize the idea of repeating something or starting anew.
Betrayal - Representing the idea of betrayal or having two minds, this kanji can be used to symbolize the idea of being untrustworthy or having a hidden agenda.
Addition - Representing the idea of adding something to something else, this kanji can be used to symbolize the idea of supplementing or enhancing something.
祐 means "help, assist, protect." Details are below.
Divine Assistance - To receive help from a divine source.
Advancement - To make progress or move forward.
Help/Helping - This is a very suitable meaning for a baby's name, as it conveys the idea of being a source of assistance and support. It also implies that the child will be blessed with divine help and guidance.
Fortune/Fortunate - This is a great meaning for a baby's name, as it conveys the idea of being blessed with good luck and fortune. It also implies that the child will be blessed with divine guidance and protection.
Advance/Advancing - This is a suitable meaning for a baby's name, as it conveys the idea of being a source of progress and success. It also implies that the child will be blessed with divine guidance and protection as they move forward in life.
丹 means "cinnabar, red pigment." Details are below.
Red - A color that is red in hue.
Ore - A mineral with a red color.
Sincerity - A state of being sincere and full of energy.
介 means "intermediary, mediate, shellfish." Details are below.
Helping - To assist or aid someone.
Intervening - To come between two or more people or things.
Mediating - To act as a mediator between two or more parties.
Separating - To divide or keep apart.
Armor - To wear armor.
Isolation - To be alone or isolated.
Magnifying - To make something larger or greater.
Edge - The outermost part of something.
Shell - The hard outer covering of certain animals.
Ancient Japanese Official - A fourth-ranking official in ancient Japan, second in rank to the kokushi.
Help - To provide assistance or support to someone in need.
Intervene - To come between two or more people or things in order to resolve a dispute or conflict.
Separate - To divide or keep apart two or more people or things.
Armor - A protective covering, usually made of metal, worn to defend against attack.
Isolate - To be alone or apart from others.
Magnify - To make something appear larger or more important than it actually is.
Boundary - A line that marks the limits of an area, the edge or limit of something.
Carapace - The hard outer shell of some animals, such as turtles and crabs.
Second-in-command - A person who is second in rank or authority to the leader of an organization.
二 means "two, second." Details are below.
Two - Two things, a numerical name.
Again - A second time.
Second - Next, following.
Different - A different, dual heart.
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Representing the idea of being part of a pair, or having a twin.
Again - Representing the idea of a second chance, or a new beginning.
Second - Representing the idea of being the second-born, or the second-in-line.
Different - Representing the idea of being unique, or having a special quality.
Doubt - Representing the idea of having faith, or being resilient.
介 means "intermediary, mediate, shellfish." Details are below.
Helping - To assist or aid someone.
Intervening - To come between two or more people or things.
Mediating - To act as a mediator between two or more parties.
Separating - To divide or keep apart.
Armor - To wear armor.
Isolation - To be alone or isolated.
Magnifying - To make something larger or greater.
Edge - The outermost part of something.
Shell - The hard outer covering of certain animals.
Ancient Japanese Official - A fourth-ranking official in ancient Japan, second in rank to the kokushi.
Help - To provide assistance or support to someone in need.
Intervene - To come between two or more people or things in order to resolve a dispute or conflict.
Separate - To divide or keep apart two or more people or things.
Armor - A protective covering, usually made of metal, worn to defend against attack.
Isolate - To be alone or apart from others.
Magnify - To make something appear larger or more important than it actually is.
Boundary - A line that marks the limits of an area, the edge or limit of something.
Carapace - The hard outer shell of some animals, such as turtles and crabs.
Second-in-command - A person who is second in rank or authority to the leader of an organization.
二 means "two, second." Details are below.
Two - Two things, a numerical name.
Again - A second time.
Second - Next, following.
Different - A different, dual heart.
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Representing the idea of being part of a pair, or having a twin.
Again - Representing the idea of a second chance, or a new beginning.
Second - Representing the idea of being the second-born, or the second-in-line.
Different - Representing the idea of being unique, or having a special quality.
Doubt - Representing the idea of having faith, or being resilient.
助 means "aid, help, assist." Details are below.
To help or assist - This kanji can be used to express the idea of helping or assisting someone. It can also be used to describe the act of lending strength or power to someone.
To plow a field - This kanji can be used to describe the act of putting a hoe into a field and tilling it.
A nickname - This kanji can be used to give someone a nickname based on their characteristics. For example, someone who likes to drink could be called “呑み助(Nomisuke)”.
To help or assist - This kanji implies that the baby will be a source of help and support to those around them.
To lend strength or power - This kanji implies that the baby will be a source of strength and power to those around them.
To plow a field - This kanji implies that the baby will be a hard worker and will be able to accomplish great things.
To give a person a name based on their characteristics - This kanji implies that the baby will be unique and have their own individual characteristics.
二 means "two, second." Details are below.
Two - Two things, a numerical name.
Again - A second time.
Second - Next, following.
Different - A different, dual heart.
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Representing the idea of being part of a pair, or having a twin.
Again - Representing the idea of a second chance, or a new beginning.
Second - Representing the idea of being the second-born, or the second-in-line.
Different - Representing the idea of being unique, or having a special quality.
Doubt - Representing the idea of having faith, or being resilient.
輔 means "assistance, help, aid." Details are below.
Reinforce - To strengthen or support something.
Cheekbone - The bone in the face that forms the sides of the lower jaw.
Jaw - The lower part of the face that holds the teeth.
Upper Jaw - The part of the jaw that is above the lower jaw.
Assistant - A person who helps or supports another.
Official - A person who holds a position of authority in a government or organization.
Help - To provide assistance or support to someone.
Reinforce - To strengthen or support something.
Cheekbone - A symbol of strength and beauty.
Jaw - A symbol of determination and resilience.
Upper Jaw - A symbol of courage and confidence.
Assistant - A reminder to always be helpful and supportive.
Official - A reminder to always strive for excellence and success.
Names that have the same gender and start with N.
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For the kind Russian people
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The only power that can change the reality in Ukraine is for the Russian people to speak out. Please touch the world media outside of Russia to see how your government is causing the tragic situation. Thank you for a peaceful world!
e.g. UNICEF, Red CrossSort by Most Kanji Variation?
This is the order of names with many variations of kanji.
Basically, names with more variations are more common and familiar to the Japanese.
Sort by Most Viewed?
The names are sorted by the number of times they have been viewed on this site. This ranking is based on the behavior of users around the world, including Japan, so it does not mean that the names are commonly viewed by Japanese people only.
Please note that just because a name has been viewed more times does not mean it is a famous name in Japan.
What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
Households?
The names are sorted by the number of Japanese households where the surname is used.
The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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