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Renchan(れんちゃん)Nacchi( なっち)
Renpyon( れんぴょん)
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 "Renna," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
廉 means "cheap, inexpensive, reasonable."
Honesty - Acting in an upright and honest manner. Having a pure heart.
Corner - The corner of something. The boundary between two things.
Cheap - Having a low price.
Issue - Something that should be taken up as a problem. The reason for something.
Honesty - Having a sense of integrity and morality, being truthful and sincere.
Purity - Being innocent and untainted, having a clean heart and mind.
Affordability - Being inexpensive and having a low price.
Cornerstone - Being an important factor or element, being the basis for a decision or action.
永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
廉 means "cheap, inexpensive, reasonable."
Honesty - Acting in an upright and honest manner. Having a pure heart.
Corner - The corner of something. The boundary between two things.
Cheap - Having a low price.
Issue - Something that should be taken up as a problem. The reason for something.
Honesty - Having a sense of integrity and morality, being truthful and sincere.
Purity - Being innocent and untainted, having a clean heart and mind.
Affordability - Being inexpensive and having a low price.
Cornerstone - Being an important factor or element, being the basis for a decision or action.
菜 means "vegetable, greens."
Vegetable - A general term for vegetables that are edible such as leaves, stems, and roots.
Green Vegetables - Vegetables that are green in color and edible.
Cuisine - A style of cooking.
怜 means "clever, wise, astute."
Intelligent - Having great mental acuity and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment and discernment.
Clever - Having or showing the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Prudent - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Compassionate - Feeling or showing sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - Feeling or showing love and affection.
Cherishing - Showing great care and affection for someone or something.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys intelligence and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - This kanji that conveys good judgment and discernment.
Compassionate - This kanji that conveys sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - This kanji that conveys love and affection.
Cherishing - This kanji that conveys great care and affection.
那 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.
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.
蓮 means "lotus, water lily."
Lotus - A symbol of purity, beauty, and spiritual enlightenment.
Lotus Fruit - A symbol of abundance, fertility, and prosperity.
奈 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.
Fruit Like Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits similar to apples.
A question or rhetorical expression used to express doubt or contradiction.
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.
蓮 means "lotus, water lily."
Lotus - A symbol of purity, beauty, and spiritual enlightenment.
Lotus Fruit - A symbol of abundance, fertility, and prosperity.
那 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.
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.
恋 means "love, affection, romance."
Strongly Attracted - Feeling a strong pull of the heart towards someone.
Love - A feeling of deep affection and fondness.
Attraction - A strong feeling of being drawn to someone.
Devotion - A deep and abiding loyalty to someone.
Affection - A warm and tender feeling of fondness and love.
桃 means "peach."
Peach - A deciduous small tree of the rose family, bearing edible fruit in summer.
Fruitfulness - The ability to produce fruit or offspring.
Abundance - A plentiful supply of something.
廉 means "cheap, inexpensive, reasonable."
Honesty - Acting in an upright and honest manner. Having a pure heart.
Corner - The corner of something. The boundary between two things.
Cheap - Having a low price.
Issue - Something that should be taken up as a problem. The reason for something.
Honesty - Having a sense of integrity and morality, being truthful and sincere.
Purity - Being innocent and untainted, having a clean heart and mind.
Affordability - Being inexpensive and having a low price.
Cornerstone - Being an important factor or element, being the basis for a decision or action.
梛 means "nagi - a type of tree."
怜 means "clever, wise, astute."
Intelligent - Having great mental acuity and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment and discernment.
Clever - Having or showing the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Prudent - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Compassionate - Feeling or showing sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - Feeling or showing love and affection.
Cherishing - Showing great care and affection for someone or something.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys intelligence and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - This kanji that conveys good judgment and discernment.
Compassionate - This kanji that conveys sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - This kanji that conveys love and affection.
Cherishing - This kanji that conveys great care and affection.
七 means "seven."
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.
怜 means "clever, wise, astute."
Intelligent - Having great mental acuity and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment and discernment.
Clever - Having or showing the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Prudent - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Compassionate - Feeling or showing sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - Feeling or showing love and affection.
Cherishing - Showing great care and affection for someone or something.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys intelligence and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - This kanji that conveys good judgment and discernment.
Compassionate - This kanji that conveys sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - This kanji that conveys love and affection.
Cherishing - This kanji that conveys great care and affection.
奈 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.
Fruit Like Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits similar to apples.
A question or rhetorical expression used to express doubt or contradiction.
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.
怜 means "clever, wise, astute."
Intelligent - Having great mental acuity and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment and discernment.
Clever - Having or showing the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Prudent - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Compassionate - Feeling or showing sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - Feeling or showing love and affection.
Cherishing - Showing great care and affection for someone or something.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys intelligence and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - This kanji that conveys good judgment and discernment.
Compassionate - This kanji that conveys sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - This kanji that conveys love and affection.
Cherishing - This kanji that conveys great care and affection.
成 means "to become, to accomplish, to succeed."
To Become, Be Completed, Accomplished, Finished - To change/transform.
To Accomplish, Achieve, Fulfill - To make/finish/complete.
To Be Orderly, Well Formed, Finished - To be settled/completed.
To Reconcile, Harmonize, Pacify - To settle disputes and bring stability.
To show respect for someone's departure or arrival.
Accomplishment, Achievement - To signify the completion of a task or goal, and to encourage the baby to strive for success.
Harmony, Peace - To signify the importance of living in harmony with others, and to encourage the baby to be a peacemaker.
Respect - To signify the importance of showing respect for others, and to encourage the baby to be respectful.
怜 means "clever, wise, astute."
Intelligent - Having great mental acuity and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment and discernment.
Clever - Having or showing the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Prudent - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Compassionate - Feeling or showing sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - Feeling or showing love and affection.
Cherishing - Showing great care and affection for someone or something.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys intelligence and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - This kanji that conveys good judgment and discernment.
Compassionate - This kanji that conveys sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - This kanji that conveys love and affection.
Cherishing - This kanji that conveys great care and affection.
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.
怜 means "clever, wise, astute."
Intelligent - Having great mental acuity and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment and discernment.
Clever - Having or showing the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Prudent - Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
Compassionate - Feeling or showing sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - Feeling or showing love and affection.
Cherishing - Showing great care and affection for someone or something.
Intelligent - This kanji that conveys intelligence and the ability to think quickly and effectively.
Wise - This kanji that conveys good judgment and discernment.
Compassionate - This kanji that conveys sympathy and understanding for the suffering of others.
Loving - This kanji that conveys love and affection.
Cherishing - This kanji that conveys great care and affection.
渚 means "anxiety, worry, trouble."
Water's Edge - The edge of a body of water, such as a river or lake.
Shore - A small island formed in the middle of a river or lake.
Waves - The ripples and waves created by the wind or other forces on the surface of a body of water.
恋 means "love, affection, romance."
Strongly Attracted - Feeling a strong pull of the heart towards someone.
Love - A feeling of deep affection and fondness.
Attraction - A strong feeling of being drawn to someone.
Devotion - A deep and abiding loyalty to someone.
Affection - A warm and tender feeling of fondness and love.
也 means "also, too, likewise."
To Be - Read as "nari", expressing affirmation, certainty, and existence.
Will It Be - Read as "ya", expressing hope, expectation, or questioning the future.
Is It So - Read as "ya", expressing confirmation, wonder, or seeking validation.
Exclamation - Read as "yo", emphasizing or calling attention to something.
To Be - This symbolizes a baby who will grow into their true self with confidence and certainty about their place in the world.
Will It Be - This expresses hope for a bright and promising future for the baby, filled with endless possibilities.
Is It So - This could express the joy and wonder of having a new baby in the family, a moment of sweet confirmation.
Exclamation - This captures the excitement and celebration that comes with welcoming a new life into the family.
恋 means "love, affection, romance."
Strongly Attracted - Feeling a strong pull of the heart towards someone.
Love - A feeling of deep affection and fondness.
Attraction - A strong feeling of being drawn to someone.
Devotion - A deep and abiding loyalty to someone.
Affection - A warm and tender feeling of fondness and love.
成 means "to become, to accomplish, to succeed."
To Become, Be Completed, Accomplished, Finished - To change/transform.
To Accomplish, Achieve, Fulfill - To make/finish/complete.
To Be Orderly, Well Formed, Finished - To be settled/completed.
To Reconcile, Harmonize, Pacify - To settle disputes and bring stability.
To show respect for someone's departure or arrival.
Accomplishment, Achievement - To signify the completion of a task or goal, and to encourage the baby to strive for success.
Harmony, Peace - To signify the importance of living in harmony with others, and to encourage the baby to be a peacemaker.
Respect - To signify the importance of showing respect for others, and to encourage the baby to be respectful.
恋 means "love, affection, romance."
Strongly Attracted - Feeling a strong pull of the heart towards someone.
Love - A feeling of deep affection and fondness.
Attraction - A strong feeling of being drawn to someone.
Devotion - A deep and abiding loyalty to someone.
Affection - A warm and tender feeling of fondness and love.
梛 means "nagi - a type of tree."
恋 means "love, affection, romance."
Strongly Attracted - Feeling a strong pull of the heart towards someone.
Love - A feeling of deep affection and fondness.
Attraction - A strong feeling of being drawn to someone.
Devotion - A deep and abiding loyalty to someone.
Affection - A warm and tender feeling of fondness and love.
菜 means "vegetable, greens."
Vegetable - A general term for vegetables that are edible such as leaves, stems, and roots.
Green Vegetables - Vegetables that are green in color and edible.
Cuisine - A style of cooking.
恋 means "love, affection, romance."
Strongly Attracted - Feeling a strong pull of the heart towards someone.
Love - A feeling of deep affection and fondness.
Attraction - A strong feeling of being drawn to someone.
Devotion - A deep and abiding loyalty to someone.
Affection - A warm and tender feeling of fondness and love.
詩 means "poem, verse, poetry."
Poetry - A unified form of rhymed verse.
Poem - A poem is a form of creative expression that conveys emotions and ideas in a unique and beautiful way. It is a great way to express one's feelings and thoughts, and can be a great source of inspiration for a baby's name.
Classic - The kanji 詩 is associated with classic Chinese poetry, which is a form of literature that has been around for centuries. It is a timeless form of expression that can be a great source of inspiration for a baby's name.
Harmony - The kanji 詩 is associated with harmony, which is a beautiful concept that can be a great source of inspiration for a baby's name. Harmony is about finding balance and peace in life, and can be a great way to start a baby's life.
Wisdom - The kanji 詩 is associated with wisdom, which is a great source of inspiration for a baby's name. Wisdom is about understanding the world and making wise decisions, and can be a great way to start a baby's life.
漣 means "ripples, wavelets."
Small Waves - Refers to the small waves that form on the surface of water.
Crying - Refers to the act of shedding tears.
Calmness - Refers to the peacefulness and tranquility of small waves.
Compassion - Refers to the emotion of empathy and understanding that can be expressed through tears.
南 means "south, southern."
South - A direction or orientation. To go south.
A character used to transcribe the sound of Sanskrit (Bongo).
South - This kanji that symbolizes the idea of going forward and making progress.
This kanji that symbolizes the idea of transcending boundaries and cultures.
漣 means "ripples, wavelets."
Small Waves - Refers to the small waves that form on the surface of water.
Crying - Refers to the act of shedding tears.
Calmness - Refers to the peacefulness and tranquility of small waves.
Compassion - Refers to the emotion of empathy and understanding that can be expressed through tears.
奈 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.
Fruit Like Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits similar to apples.
A question or rhetorical expression used to express doubt or contradiction.
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.
蓮 means "lotus, water lily."
Lotus - A symbol of purity, beauty, and spiritual enlightenment.
Lotus Fruit - A symbol of abundance, fertility, and prosperity.
渚 means "anxiety, worry, trouble."
Water's Edge - The edge of a body of water, such as a river or lake.
Shore - A small island formed in the middle of a river or lake.
Waves - The ripples and waves created by the wind or other forces on the surface of a body of water.
連 means "connection, link, series."
Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.
Accompany - To bring or take along with.
Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.
Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.
Companion - A person who is with another.
Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.
Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.
Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.
Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.
名 means "name, family name, given name."
Name - A name given to someone or something.
Reputation - A good reputation or honor.
Achievement - Accomplishments or successes.
Notable - Being well-known or famous.
Formal - The outward appearance or surface.
Counting - A word used to count people.
連 means "connection, link, series."
Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.
Accompany - To bring or take along with.
Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.
Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.
Companion - A person who is with another.
Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.
Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.
Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.
Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.
奈 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.
Fruit Like Tree - Refers to a tree that produces fruits similar to apples.
A question or rhetorical expression used to express doubt or contradiction.
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.
連 means "connection, link, series."
Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.
Accompany - To bring or take along with.
Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.
Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.
Companion - A person who is with another.
Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.
Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.
Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.
Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.
梛 means "nagi - a type of tree."
連 means "connection, link, series."
Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.
Accompany - To bring or take along with.
Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.
Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.
Companion - A person who is with another.
Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.
Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.
Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.
Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.
渚 means "anxiety, worry, trouble."
Water's Edge - The edge of a body of water, such as a river or lake.
Shore - A small island formed in the middle of a river or lake.
Waves - The ripples and waves created by the wind or other forces on the surface of a body of water.
連 means "connection, link, series."
Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.
Accompany - To bring or take along with.
Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.
Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.
Companion - A person who is with another.
Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.
Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.
Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.
Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.
那 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.
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.
連 means "connection, link, series."
Connected - To be connected in a line or sequence.
Accompany - To bring or take along with.
Linked - To be linked together in a relationship.
Repeatedly - To occur or happen repeatedly.
Companion - A person who is with another.
Unit - A unit of measurement for counting newspapers.
Connected - To symbolize a strong bond between the baby and their family and friends.
Accompany - To signify that the baby will always have someone to accompany them in life.
Linked - To represent the connection between the baby and their parents and ancestors.
Repeatedly - To signify that the baby will be surrounded by love and support throughout their life.
雫 means "drop, droplet."
Drop Of Water - This is a meaningful name for a baby, as it symbolizes the purity and innocence of a newborn. It also conveys the idea of a fresh start and a new beginning.
Trickle - It conveys the idea of a gentle and steady flow of life. It also suggests that the baby will grow and develop in a gradual and steady manner.
Stream - It conveys the idea of a continuous and steady flow of life. It also suggests that the baby will grow and develop in a consistent and reliable manner.
Ripple - It conveys the idea of a gentle and peaceful flow of life. It also suggests that the baby will grow and develop in a peaceful and harmonious manner.
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