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Ranchan(らんちゃん)Rantan(らんたん)
Ranpyon(らんぴょん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. See the boys' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: Ran
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 "Ran," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
乱 means "disorder, chaos, confusion."
Disruption - To cause disruption or disturbance
Rebellion - An act of resistance or defiance against an authority or established order.
Rashly, Hastily - To do something without due consideration or thought
Crossing - To traverse or pass over something, such as a river or a bridge.
Finale - The last part or section of a piece of music, typically a coda.
Harmony - A state of peace, balance, and agreement, a sense of calm and order.
Courage - The ability to confront fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation.
Resilience - The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties, toughness and adaptability.
Strength - The quality or state of being strong, the capacity to withstand stress or difficulty.
Wisdom - The ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, understanding, common sense, and insight.
Joy - A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
来 means "come, arrive."
To Come - To arrive or come to a place.
To Bring - To bring something or someone to a place.
To Allow - To permit or allow someone to do something.
This Person - Someone who has been present from a certain point in time until now.
In The Future - Something that has not yet come.
Particle - A particle placed in the middle or end of a sentence to give it a certain tone. It is usually not read in the kunyomi reading.
To Encourage - To encourage or motivate someone.
風 means "wind."
Wind - A flow of air.
Custom - A tradition or habit.
Appearance - A form or look.
Movement - The state of affairs in the world.
Taste - A feeling or atmosphere.
Illness - The name of a sickness.
Teach - To instruct or influence.
Suggest - To hint or imply something without directly saying it, and to have an effect on someone through words or actions.
Wind - A symbol of strength, resilience, and freedom.
Flow - Representing the natural flow of life and the journey of life.
Custom - A reminder to follow traditions and values.
Movement - Representing the ever-changing nature of life and the need to adapt.
Taste - Representing the unique flavor of life and the joy of living.
Illness - Representing the strength to overcome adversity.
Blown By The Wind - Representing the power of nature and the need to go with the flow.
Teach - Representing the importance of learning and knowledge.
Influence - Representing the power of words and actions.
來 means "come, arrive."
To Come - To arrive or come to a place.
To Bring - To bring something or someone to a place.
From The Past To The Present - Refers to the time period from a certain point in the past to the present.
Into The Future - Refers to the time period that has yet to come.
A Particle - Used in the middle or end of a sentence to give it a certain tone. It is usually not read in the kunyomi reading.
To Encourage - To motivate or encourage someone.
Arrival - To come or arrive, often from a distant place.
Blessing - To wish good fortune or success upon someone.
Encouragement - To give someone support, confidence, or hope.
楽 means "fun, comfort, ease."
Music - Playing music, performing music.
Enjoyment - Enjoying, being happy, liking, loving, wishing, desiring.
Ease - Easiness, being free from physical and mental pain, being relaxed.
Music - Music can be a beautiful and meaningful name for a baby, as it symbolizes creativity, joy, and harmony.
Enjoyment - Enjoyment is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes happiness, contentment, and fulfillment.
Ease - Ease is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes comfort, relaxation, and peace.
音 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.
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.
萊 means "grass, weed."
Grass - A annual herb of the Chenopodiaceae family.
Wasteland - An area of land that has been left uncultivated or is barren.
Grassland - An area of land covered with grasses and other low-growing vegetation.
Mowing - The act of cutting grass or other vegetation.
Meadow - It is a peaceful and tranquil image that is associated with nature and growth.
Wild Land - It conveys a sense of strength and resilience, which are important qualities for a child to have.
Reap - It symbolizes the idea of harvesting the fruits of one's labor, which is an important lesson for a child to learn.
Weed Out - It conveys the idea of eliminating the negative and focusing on the positive, which is an important lesson for a child to learn.
杏 means "apricot, apricot tree."
Apricot - A deciduous small tree of the rose family.
Ginnan - The fruit of the Japanese apricot tree.
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