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Shigechan(しげちゃん)Shigekun( しげくん)
Shi-chan( しーちゃん)
This name is also used as a surname: Shigeji
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 "Shigeji," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
慈 means "compassion, mercy."
Love - To show deep affection and care for someone, similar to how a parent cares for their child.
Compassionate - To show kindness and mercy towards someone.
Mother - A female parent.
Loving - This kanji conveys a deep sense of love and affection, which is perfect for a baby who needs to be nurtured and cared for.
Caring - The kanji also implies a sense of caring and compassion, which is ideal for a baby who needs to be looked after and protected.
Kind - The kanji also suggests a kind and gentle nature, which is perfect for a baby who needs to be treated with kindness and understanding.
Motherly - The kanji also implies a motherly quality, which is perfect for a baby who needs to be surrounded by a loving and supportive mother figure.
司 means "administer, manage, control."
To Serve In An Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
To Manage Or Oversee - This refers to taking charge of a certain task or responsibility.
To Inquire - This refers to investigating a situation or gathering information.
To Rule - This meaning implies that the baby will be a leader and have the ability to take charge and make decisions.
To Manage - This meaning implies that the baby will be responsible and have the ability to take care of things and make sure everything is running smoothly.
To Govern - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and wise leader who can make decisions and guide others.
To Supervise - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and reliable leader who can oversee and manage tasks.
To Inquire - This meaning implies that the baby will be curious and have the ability to ask questions and seek out information.
滋 means "nourishing, nourishment, flavor, taste."
To Flourish - To grow and develop.
To Moisten - To provide moisture and nutrients.
To Increase - To grow in number.
To Be Increasingly - To be more and more.
To Be Delicious - To have a good taste and be nutritious.
To Grow - It symbolizes the growth and development of the child.
To Nourish - It symbolizes the nourishment and care that the parents will provide for the child.
To Increase - It symbolizes the hope that the child will have a bright future and will continue to grow and develop.
To Thrive - It symbolizes the hope that the child will be healthy and happy.
To Blossom - It symbolizes the beauty and potential of the child.
To Flourish - It symbolizes the hope that the child will have a successful and fulfilling life.
司 means "administer, manage, control."
To Serve In An Official Capacity - This refers to someone who is responsible for a certain role or task.
To Manage Or Oversee - This refers to taking charge of a certain task or responsibility.
To Inquire - This refers to investigating a situation or gathering information.
To Rule - This meaning implies that the baby will be a leader and have the ability to take charge and make decisions.
To Manage - This meaning implies that the baby will be responsible and have the ability to take care of things and make sure everything is running smoothly.
To Govern - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and wise leader who can make decisions and guide others.
To Supervise - This meaning implies that the baby will be a responsible and reliable leader who can oversee and manage tasks.
To Inquire - This meaning implies that the baby will be curious and have the ability to ask questions and seek out information.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
二 means "two, second."
Two - Two things, a numerical name.
Again - A second time.
Second - Next, following.
Different - A different, dual heart.
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Representing the idea of being part of a pair, or having a twin.
Again - Representing the idea of a second chance, or a new beginning.
Second - Representing the idea of being the second-born, or the second-in-line.
Different - Representing the idea of being unique, or having a special quality.
Doubt - Representing the idea of having faith, or being resilient.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
児 means "child, young of animals."
Child - A young child or infant. Used to count the number of children a person has. E.g. 3児の母 (Mother of 3 children).
Self Reference - A word used by a child to refer to themselves when speaking to their parents.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
慈 means "compassion, mercy."
Love - To show deep affection and care for someone, similar to how a parent cares for their child.
Compassionate - To show kindness and mercy towards someone.
Mother - A female parent.
Loving - This kanji conveys a deep sense of love and affection, which is perfect for a baby who needs to be nurtured and cared for.
Caring - The kanji also implies a sense of caring and compassion, which is ideal for a baby who needs to be looked after and protected.
Kind - The kanji also suggests a kind and gentle nature, which is perfect for a baby who needs to be treated with kindness and understanding.
Motherly - The kanji also implies a motherly quality, which is perfect for a baby who needs to be surrounded by a loving and supportive mother figure.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
次 means "next, following."
Second - Following something or someone in order.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
In Order - To arrange something in a particular order.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Second - A reminder to strive to be the best and to never give up.
Follow - To remind the child to stay on the right path and to never give up.
In Order - To remind the child to stay organized and to always strive for excellence.
Count - To remind the child to always be mindful of their actions and to strive for success.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
治 means "govern, manage, cure."
Location - The place of a government office.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
滋 means "nourishing, nourishment, flavor, taste."
To Flourish - To grow and develop.
To Moisten - To provide moisture and nutrients.
To Increase - To grow in number.
To Be Increasingly - To be more and more.
To Be Delicious - To have a good taste and be nutritious.
To Grow - It symbolizes the growth and development of the child.
To Nourish - It symbolizes the nourishment and care that the parents will provide for the child.
To Increase - It symbolizes the hope that the child will have a bright future and will continue to grow and develop.
To Thrive - It symbolizes the hope that the child will be healthy and happy.
To Blossom - It symbolizes the beauty and potential of the child.
To Flourish - It symbolizes the hope that the child will have a successful and fulfilling life.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
示 means "demonstrate, indicate, show."
Show - This is a positive and encouraging name that implies that the child will be a leader and will show the way for others.
Point Out - This is a name that implies that the child will be wise and will be able to point out the right path for others.
Teach - This is a name that implies that the child will be a teacher and will be able to impart knowledge and wisdom to others.
Guide - This is a name that implies that the child will be a guide and will be able to lead others in the right direction.
Land's God - This is a name that implies that the child will be a protector and will be able to protect the land and its people.
Country's God - This is a name that implies that the child will be a guardian and will be able to protect the country and its people.
茂 means "lush, abundant, thriving."
Thriving - The growth of plants and trees is abundant.
Abundant - Rich and plentiful.
Outstanding - Splendid and beautiful.
Diligent - To strive and make an effort.
Thriving - Symbolizing a life of abundance and growth.
Abundant - Representing a life of abundance and wealth.
Outstanding - Signifying a life of excellence and beauty.
Diligent - Representing a life of hard work and dedication.
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.
重 means "heavy, important, serious."
Heavy - Having a great weight
Serious - Having a great importance
Respectful - Showing respect and admiration for someone or something.
Weight - The amount of heaviness of an object.
Burden - A heavy load or responsibility.
Fearful - Feeling fear or apprehension.
Repeated - Done or said again and again.
Layer - A thin sheet or coating of something.
二 means "two, second."
Two - Two things, a numerical name.
Again - A second time.
Second - Next, following.
Different - A different, dual heart.
Doubt - To doubt, to go against.
Two - Representing the idea of being part of a pair, or having a twin.
Again - Representing the idea of a second chance, or a new beginning.
Second - Representing the idea of being the second-born, or the second-in-line.
Different - Representing the idea of being unique, or having a special quality.
Doubt - Representing the idea of having faith, or being resilient.
重 means "heavy, important, serious."
Heavy - Having a great weight
Serious - Having a great importance
Respectful - Showing respect and admiration for someone or something.
Weight - The amount of heaviness of an object.
Burden - A heavy load or responsibility.
Fearful - Feeling fear or apprehension.
Repeated - Done or said again and again.
Layer - A thin sheet or coating of something.
字 means "character, letter."
Character - A symbol used to write words.
Name - A name given to an adult in addition to their real name.
Nurture - To raise, to bring up, to foster.
Plot - A small division within a town or village.
Character - A symbol of strength and resilience, representing the potential of the baby to grow and develop.
Name - This kanji that reflects the baby's unique identity and individuality.
Nurture - This kanji that conveys the parents' commitment to raising the baby with love and care.
Plot - This kanji that symbolizes the baby's place in the family and community.
重 means "heavy, important, serious."
Heavy - Having a great weight
Serious - Having a great importance
Respectful - Showing respect and admiration for someone or something.
Weight - The amount of heaviness of an object.
Burden - A heavy load or responsibility.
Fearful - Feeling fear or apprehension.
Repeated - Done or said again and again.
Layer - A thin sheet or coating of something.
次 means "next, following."
Second - Following something or someone in order.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
In Order - To arrange something in a particular order.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Second - A reminder to strive to be the best and to never give up.
Follow - To remind the child to stay on the right path and to never give up.
In Order - To remind the child to stay organized and to always strive for excellence.
Count - To remind the child to always be mindful of their actions and to strive for success.
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