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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 "Risyou," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
利 means "profit, benefit, advantage."
Intelligent, Wise - Working well
Sharp - Symbolizing a sharp and keen mind.
Good - Representing a good and favorable life.
Establish - Signifying the establishment of a successful future.
Intelligent - Representing an intelligent and wise life.
Effective - Symbolizing an effective and efficient life.
Speak - Representing the power of speech.
将 means "general, commander, leader."
To Help - To rescue, to support.
To Advance - To move forward.
To Do - To perform an action.
To Suggest - To imply something that will happen in the future.
To Intend - To express one's will to do something in the future.
To Be Almost - To express something that is almost the same.
To Choose - To express a choice between two or more options.
To Use - To use something to do something.
Leader - This kanji symbolizes a leader, someone who is able to lead and guide others. It is a great choice for a baby's name, as it conveys strength and courage.
Help - This kanji symbolizes helping and rescuing others. It is a great choice for a baby's name, as it conveys kindness and compassion.
Progress - This kanji symbolizes progress and advancement. It is a great choice for a baby's name, as it conveys ambition and determination.
Action - This kanji symbolizes taking action and doing something. It is a great choice for a baby's name, as it conveys a sense of purpose and drive.
Speculation - This kanji symbolizes the ability to speculate and make predictions. It is a great choice for a baby who is destined to be a thinker and a visionary.
Will - This kanji symbolizes the ability to have a strong will and determination. It is a great choice for a baby who is destined to be a determined and ambitious individual.
Nearness - This kanji symbolizes the ability to be close to something or someone.
李 means "plum."
Official - A person holding a public office or position of authority.
Judge - A public officer authorized to hear and decide cases in a court of law.
Jailer - A person who is in charge of a prison or jail.
尚 means "still, yet, further, more."
Furthermore - Read as "nao", expressing continuation, addition, or building upon something.
Still - Read as "nao", expressing persistence, unchanged state, or enduring qualities.
Wishing - Read as "koinegawakuwa", expressing desire, hope, or aspiration for something better.
Respect - Honoring and revering others with admiration.
Elevate - To make higher, raise up, or improve something.
Desire - To wish for or long for something meaningful.
Furthermore - This represents a baby who will always strive for more, continuously growing and improving throughout life.
Still - This symbolizes a baby who will maintain their core values and authentic self despite life's changes.
Wishing - This expresses the hopes and dreams that parents have for their child's bright future.
Respect - This represents a baby who will grow to honor others and be honored in return.
Elevate - This symbolizes a baby who will lift up others and be lifted up by their achievements.
Desire - This represents a baby who will pursue meaningful goals and inspire others to do the same.
理 means "principle, logic, reason."
Pattern - A visible pattern on a surface.
Texture - The texture of skin or wood.
Order - To arrange or put in order.
Reason - A logical explanation or justification for something.
Science - Physical or natural science.
Understanding - To comprehend or grasp something.
Judgment - To make a decision or pass sentence.
Pattern - A beautiful and unique pattern that reflects the baby's personality.
Texture - A soft and gentle texture that symbolizes the baby's tenderness.
Order - A sense of order and structure that will guide the baby's life.
Reason - A logical and rational approach to life that will help the baby make wise decisions.
Science - A passion for science and knowledge that will help the baby explore the world.
Understanding - A deep understanding of the world and its people that will help the baby empathize with others.
Judgment - A sense of justice and fairness that will help the baby make wise judgments.
翔 means "soar, fly, glide."
To Soar - To fly through the air with grace and ease.
To Go Forth With Both Hands Outstretched - To move forward with determination and confidence.
To Circle - To turn around and look back.
To Be Discerning - To be able to make wise decisions based on careful consideration.
To Be Detailed - To be thorough and precise in one's work.
To Fly - This is a positive and uplifting meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and strength to soar to great heights.
To Soar - This is a powerful and inspiring meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach their goals.
To Circulate - This is a meaningful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the ability to move freely and make connections with others.
To Reach Out - This is a hopeful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach out and make a difference in the world.
To Look Back - This is a reflective and thoughtful meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the wisdom to look back and learn from their experiences.
To Be Discriminating - This is a wise and mature meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the discernment to make wise decisions.
To Be Detailed - This is a precise and analytical meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the attention to detail to make sure things are done correctly.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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