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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameSen
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:せん
  • Katakanatip:セン
  • English Syllablestip:sen (1)
  • Japanese Moraetip:se-n (2)
  • English transcriptionstip:Sen
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Senkun(せんくん)Click to speech せんくんSenchan(せんちゃん)Click to speech せんちゃんSenpi(せんぴー)Click to speech せんぴー

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameSen

Kanji Names & Meanings - 9 variations

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.

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聖蓮- Sen -

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means "holy, saint, wise."

Name ideas examples

  • Holy - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.

  • Saint - Saints represent the highest moral achievement and devotion. May your child strive toward saintly goodness in their daily life.

  • Imperial - Being imperial represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be imperial, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Intelligent - Intelligence represents mental sharpness, learning ability, and problem-solving. May your child be intelligent, using their mind to solve problems and help others.

means "lotus."

  • Lotus - A symbol of purity, beauty, and spiritual enlightenment.

  • Lotus Fruit - A symbol of abundance, fertility, and prosperity.

Name ideas examples

  • Lotus - The lotus rises pure from muddy waters, symbolizing spiritual awakening and purity of heart. May your child rise above life's muddy challenges like the lotus, blooming with purity and wisdom.

  • Lotus Fruit - The lotus rises pure from muddy waters, symbolizing spiritual awakening and purity of heart. May your child rise above life's muddy challenges like the lotus, blooming with purity and wisdom.

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means "to circulate, to cross, to span."

  • To Circulate - To move around in a circular or looping pattern.

  • To Cross - To move or pass over from one side to the other.

  • To Span - To extend continuously from end to end.

  • 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.

Name ideas examples

  • To Circulate - The act of circulate represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child circulate with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Cross - The act of cross represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child cross with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Span - The act of span represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child span with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Extend - Extend - To stretch out or continue in a line from one end - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of extend throughout life.

  • Link - Bridges connect what is separated and enable crossing over. May your child build bridges of understanding and connection.

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means "thousand, thousand times, many."

Name ideas examples

  • Thousand - Thousand represents vastness, eternity, and the senbazuru (thousand cranes) of healing wishes. May your child's blessings be as countless as a thousand cranes, healing and eternal.

  • Thousand Times - Time is precious and irreplaceable, the medium through which life unfolds. May your child use time wisely, treasuring each moment as the gift it is.

  • Many - Many represents abundance, community, and the richness of diverse connections. May your child be blessed with many friends, many joys, and many blessings.

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means "declare, spread, imperial."

Name ideas examples

  • Declare - Declare - To Announce; to proclaim - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of declare throughout life.

  • Spread - Spreading represents sharing, expansion, and the dissemination of good. May your child spread kindness and knowledge wherever they go.

  • Imperial - Being imperial represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be imperial, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Dispatch - Dispatch - To send out or circulate - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of dispatch throughout life.

  • Manifest - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.

  • Permeate - Breadth represents inclusiveness, comprehensive view, and open-mindedness. May your child have a broad perspective and inclusive heart.

  • Proclaim - Proclaim - To make a formal announcement - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of proclaim throughout life.

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means "exclusive, specialize, monopolize."

Name ideas examples

  • Exclusive - Being exclusive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be exclusive, letting this quality guide their path.

  • Specialize - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Monopolize - Monopolize - To have sole control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of monopolize throughout life.

  • As Desired - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Monopolizing - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Unconditionally - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Unswervingly - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

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means "fan, door, to fan."

  • Fan - A Folding Fan; a tool for creating wind.

  • To Fan - To create wind with a fan or similar tool.

  • Door - Gate Door; panel.

  • Stir - To stir up, to incite.

  • Wave - To create a breeze by waving a fan or a folding fan.

Name ideas examples

  • Fan - Wind represents change, movement, and the breath of nature. May your child move freely like the wind, bringing fresh energy.

  • To Fan - The act of fan represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child fan with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Door - Doors represent opportunity, transition, and the threshold between worlds. May your child find good doors opening before them, each one leading to blessing.

  • Stir - Stir - To stir up, to incite - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of stir throughout life.

  • Wave - Waves symbolize momentum, the rhythm of life, and the power of continuous effort. May your child ride life's waves with skill, turning challenges into forward momentum.

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means "spring, source, afterlife."

Name ideas examples

  • Spring - Spring represents renewal, new beginnings, and the awakening of life after dormancy. May your child carry spring's energy of renewal, beginning each day with fresh hope.

  • Source - Source - The Origin; the beginning - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of source throughout life.

  • Afterlife - Afterlife - The world of the dead - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of afterlife throughout life.

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means "madder, crimson."

Name ideas examples

  • Madder - Madder represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the madder's dedication and skill in their life's work.

  • Crimson - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Akane - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.

  • Red - Red in Japan represents vitality, celebration, and protection from evil spirits. May your child be vibrant and protected, their life full of celebration and vitality.

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means "flash, glimpse, dodge."

Name ideas examples

  • Flash - The flash represents sudden brilliance, momentary revelation, and sparkling spirit. May your child shine with brilliant flashes of inspiration.

  • Glimpse - The glimpse represents catching sight of something fleeting and precious. May your child catch glimpses of beauty and truth.

  • Dodge - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • Lightning - Lightning symbolizes sudden illumination, divine power, and transformative energy. May your child strike with brilliant insight, illuminating truth in an instant.

  • Shine, Glow - Shining represents the expression of one's inner radiance and the courage to be seen. May your child shine brilliantly, never dimming their light for anyone.

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