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Roakun(ろあくん)Anchan(あんちゃん)
Rocchan(ろっちゃん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. See the girls' version here.
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 "Roan," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
侶 means "companion, partner, mate."
Friend - Someone with whom one has a close relationship and shares common interests.
Companion - Someone who accompanies another person or group.
Group - A number of people or things that are gathered together or classified as a unit.
Ally - Someone who is united with another in a cause or mutual interest.
杏 means "apricot, apricot tree."
Apricot - A deciduous small tree of the rose family.
Ginnan - The fruit of the Japanese apricot tree.
路 means "road, path, route."
Travel - To go on a journey.
Administrative Division - The name of an administrative division in the Song Dynasty.
Path - A way or route for people or vehicles to travel.
Way - A method or manner of doing something.
Logic - A system of reasoning.
Method - A way of doing something, especially a systematic way, implies an orderly logical arrangement.
Important - Of great significance or value.
Big - Of considerable size, extent, or intensity.
Journey - A long and often difficult process of personal transformation and development.
Appear - To come into view or become visible.
Express - To make known one's thoughts or feelings in words.
Imperial - Of or relating to an emperor or empress.
Administrative - Of or relating to the organization and management of a business or other organization.
庵 means "hermitage, retreat, hut."
Small - A small house with a thatched roof.
Term - A term used for the residence of a literary person or the pseudonym of a study.
Shelter - This kanji symbolizes a small house with a grass-thatched roof, which provides a safe and comfortable shelter for the inhabitants.
Home - This kanji symbolizes a home, a place of comfort and security.
Refuge - This kanji symbolizes a refuge, a place of safety and protection.
Peace - This kanji symbolizes peace, a place of tranquility and serenity.
Comfort - This kanji symbolizes comfort, a place of relaxation and contentment.
Harmony - This kanji symbolizes harmony, a place of balance and unity.
Wisdom - This kanji symbolizes wisdom, a place of knowledge and understanding.
Creativity - This kanji symbolizes creativity, a place of inspiration and innovation.
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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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