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Senkun(せんくん)Genchan(げんちゃん)
Senchan(せんちゃん)
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 choices for "Sengen," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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.
源 means "source, origin."
Origin - The source from which a stream of water flows
Search - To ask
Genji - A reference to the Genji clan.
羨 means "envy, jealousy."
Respect, Admire - Showing respect or admiration for someone or something.
Envy - Feeling jealous or resentful of someone or something.
Desire - Wanting something or someone.
Adore - Having a deep admiration or love for someone or something.
Yearn - Having a strong desire or longing for something.
Excess - Having more than is needed or wanted.
Remainder - Something that is left over after the rest has been used or taken away.
Surplus - An amount of something that is more than is needed.
Overflow - To fill to the point of overflowing.
Admiration - This kanji symbolizes admiration and respect for someone or something. It can be used to express admiration for a person's achievements or qualities.
Envy - This kanji symbolizes envy and longing for something that someone else has. It can be used to express a desire to have something that someone else has.
Remaining - This kanji symbolizes the idea of something that is left over or remains after something else has been taken away. It can be used to express the idea of something that is still present even after something else has been taken away.
Abundance - This kanji symbolizes abundance and overflowing. It can be used to express the idea of having more than enough of something.
Pathway - This kanji symbolizes a pathway or road. It can be used to express the idea of a journey or a path that one must take in order to reach a destination.
玄 means "profound, mysterious, dark."
Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.
Distant - Something that is faint and far away.
Heaven - The color of the sky.
North - The direction of north.
Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.
Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.
North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.
茜 means "madder, rubia cordifolia."
弦 means "string, chord."
Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.
Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.
Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.
Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.
Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.
Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.
Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.
Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.
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This is the order of names with many variations of kanji.
Basically, names with more variations are more common and familiar to the Japanese.
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Please note that just because a name has been viewed more times does not mean it is a famous name in Japan.
What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
What is English Transcription?
English Transcription is a term used when translating Japanese names into English. It represents a romanised version of the name with the aim of reproducing the pronunciation as accurately as possible. English Transcription can also be used for name searches.
Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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