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Senkun(せんくん)Senchan(せんちゃん)
Senpi(せんぴー)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. See the girls' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: Sen
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 "Sen," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
聖 means "holy, sacred."
Saint - A person of great wisdom and virtue.
Intelligent - Wise and knowledgeable.
Imperial Attribute - A word used to describe something related to the emperor.
Sacred - It implies that the child is special and has a spiritual connection to something greater than themselves.
Wise - It implies intelligence and knowledge, which are important qualities for a child to have.
Intelligent - It implies that the child is capable of understanding and learning.
Noble - It implies that the child is of high status and has a strong sense of honor and integrity.
Pure - It implies that the child is innocent and untainted by the world.
蓮 means "lotus, water lily."
Lotus - A symbol of purity, beauty, and spiritual enlightenment.
Lotus Fruit - A symbol of abundance, fertility, and prosperity.
亘 means "span, extend, range."
Circulate - To move around in a circular or looping pattern.
Cross - To move or pass over from one side to the other.
Extend - To stretch out or continue in a line from one end to the other.
Link - To connect or join together in a chain or series.
To Circulate - This meaning implies that the baby will have a life full of movement and energy, and will be constantly on the go.
To Cross - This meaning suggests that the baby will have a life full of adventure and exploration, and will be able to traverse any obstacle that comes their way.
To Connect - This meaning implies that the baby will have strong relationships with those around them, and will be able to form meaningful connections with others.
To Continue - This meaning suggests that the baby will have a life full of progress and growth, and will be able to keep pushing forward no matter what.
宣 means "proclaim, announce, declare."
Declare - To make a statement or announcement.
Dispatch - To send out or circulate.
Proclaim - To make a formal announcement.
Permeate - To spread widely and be present everywhere.
Manifest - To make clear or obvious.
Declare - To make a statement or announcement of the new arrival.
Spread Ideas - To share the joy of the new baby with the world.
Dispatch - To send out the news of the new baby to family and friends.
Proclaim - To make a formal announcement of the new baby's arrival.
Imperial Edict - To honor the new baby with the words of the emperor.
Permeate - To spread the joy of the new baby everywhere.
Manifest - To make the joy of the new baby clear and obvious.
専 means "specialty, exclusive, limited to."
Solely - Doing something exclusively and without interruption.
Unconditionally - Doing something without any conditions or restrictions.
Unswervingly - Doing something with single-minded dedication and focus.
As Desired - Doing something according to one's wishes.
Monopolizing - Doing something exclusively and without sharing with others.
Solely - This implies that the baby is the only one of its kind, and is unique and special.
Unswervingly - This implies that the baby will stay true to its goals and ambitions, and will not be easily swayed by external influences.
Unconditionally - This implies that the baby will be loved and accepted no matter what, and that it will be given the support it needs to reach its full potential.
Unreservedly - This implies that the baby will be given the freedom to explore and express itself without any restrictions.
Exclusively - This implies that the baby will be the only one of its kind, and will be given special attention and care.
泉 means "spring, fountain, well."
Spring - Water that flows from the ground.
Source - Water source.
Afterlife - The world after death. Heaven.
Currency - Money.
Spring - A symbol of life and renewal, a reminder of the beauty of nature.
Source - A reminder of the importance of having a strong foundation and a reliable source of support.
Afterlife - A reminder of the importance of living life to the fullest and cherishing the time we have.
Currency - A reminder of the importance of having financial stability and security.
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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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