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Shigeru
Shigeru
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:しげる - :シゲル
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Shigechan(しげちゃん)
Shigekun(しげ君)Shigetan(しげたん)
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Kanji Names & Meanings - 19 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 choices for "Shigeru," sorted by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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秀- Shigeru -
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
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Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
子- Shigeru -
子 means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."
Child - A child born from parents.
Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.
Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.
Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.
Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.
Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).
Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.
Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.
Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.
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Child - A child born from parents.
Female - Used as a name for a female.
Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.
Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.
Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.
Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.
Small - Something small or fine.
Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).
Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.
Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac
申- Shigeru -
申 means "to state, to say, to report."
To speak - To explain or to state something.
To repeat - To do something multiple times.
Lightning - A natural phenomenon of a sudden and intense electrical discharge.
Monkey - The ninth of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals.
Direction - Southwest-west.
Time - 4pm and two hours before and after.
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繁瑠- Shigeru -
繁 means "grow."
Increase, Grow - To increase or grow in number or size, such as plants and trees.
Prosperous, Thriving - To become prosperous or thriving.
Busy, Complicated - To be busy or complicated.
Horse's Girth - A strap or band that goes around a horse's belly.
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Increase, Grow - To symbolize growth and prosperity for the baby.
Prosperous, Thriving - To wish for the baby to have a prosperous and thriving life.
Busy, Complicated - To wish for the baby to have a busy and fulfilling life.
瑠 means "lapis lazuli."
Jewel - Used to refer to the gemstone "lapis lazuli" (瑠璃).
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Precious - Symbolizing the preciousness of a baby.
Gemstone - Representing the beauty and rarity of a baby.
Brilliance - Signifying the brilliance and sparkle of a baby.
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.
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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.
繁 means "grow."
Increase, Grow - To increase or grow in number or size, such as plants and trees.
Prosperous, Thriving - To become prosperous or thriving.
Busy, Complicated - To be busy or complicated.
Horse's Girth - A strap or band that goes around a horse's belly.
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Increase, Grow - To symbolize growth and prosperity for the baby.
Prosperous, Thriving - To wish for the baby to have a prosperous and thriving life.
Busy, Complicated - To wish for the baby to have a busy 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.
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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.
垂- Shigeru -
垂 means "droop, hang down, suspend."
To hang down - To hang or dangle down from something, such as a branch or a rope.
To give - To provide or bestow something to someone.
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To Hang Down - This meaning suggests a baby who is gentle and graceful, with a calm and peaceful demeanor.
To Bestow - This meaning suggests a baby who is generous and kind, with a giving and compassionate nature.
To Be Almost - This meaning suggests a baby who is almost perfect, with a near-perfect character.
復- Shigeru -
慈- Shigeru -
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.
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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.
成- Shigeru -
成 means "to become, to accomplish, to succeed."
To Become, Be Completed, Accomplished, Finished - To change/transform.
To Accomplish, Achieve, Fulfill - To make/finish/complete.
To Be Orderly, Well-formed, Finished - To be settled/completed.
To Reconcile, Harmonize, Pacify - To settle disputes and bring stability.
To show respect for someone's departure or arrival.
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Accomplishment, Achievement - To signify the completion of a task or goal, and to encourage the baby to strive for success.
Harmony, Peace - To signify the importance of living in harmony with others, and to encourage the baby to be a peacemaker.
Respect - To signify the importance of showing respect for others, and to encourage the baby to be respectful.
林 means "woods, forest."
Forest - A place where trees and bamboo grow in abundance.
Abundance - A large number or quantity.
Prosperity - A state of being successful and thriving.
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Forest - This kanji that symbolizes strength, growth, and resilience.
Abundance - This kanji that symbolizes abundance, wealth, and plenty.
Prosperity - This kanji that symbolizes success, prosperity, and good fortune.
栄- Shigeru -
栄 means "prosperity, flourish, glory."
To flourish - To become prosperous and successful.
Splendor - Magnificence and grandeur.
Honor - High respect and esteem.
Brilliance - Shining brightly and radiantly.
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森 means "forest, woods."
Forest - A place with many trees and lush vegetation.
Solemn - A feeling of reverence and respect.
Tightening - A feeling of being pulled together.
Dim - A feeling of darkness and gloom.
Quiet - A feeling of stillness and peace.
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Strength - This kanji symbolizes strength and resilience, as it is associated with the dense and lush forests that are often found in nature. This could be a great name for a baby who is strong and determined.
Nature - This kanji is also associated with nature, as it is a representation of the forests that are found in nature. This could be a great name for a baby who is connected to nature and appreciates the beauty of the outdoors.
Peace - This kanji is also associated with peace and tranquility, as it is a representation of the peaceful and serene forests that are often found in nature. This could be a great name for a baby who is peaceful and calm.
Wisdom - This kanji is also associated with wisdom, as it is a representation of the wisdom that can be found in nature. This could be a great name for a baby who is wise and has a deep understanding of the world.
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盛- Shigeru -
盛 means "to heap up, to pile up, to serve (food) generously."
To fill a container - To fill a container with something, such as food or liquid.
Offerings to the gods - Items offered to the gods as a form of worship.
Vigorous - Having a lot of energy or enthusiasm.
To enliven - To make something more lively or exciting.
To compound medicine - To mix and prepare medicine for consumption.
Mating season - The period of time when animals are sexually active.
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Abundant - This kanji implies that the baby will have an abundance of good fortune and blessings.
Filled - This kanji implies that the baby will be filled with joy and happiness.
Energetic - This kanji implies that the baby will have a lot of energy and enthusiasm.
Mature - This kanji implies that the baby will grow up to be wise and mature.
Offering - This kanji implies that the baby will be a blessing to others and will be generous with their gifts.
Seasonal - This kanji implies that the baby will be in tune with the changing of the seasons and will be able to adapt to the changing environment.
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.
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茂流- Shigeru -
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.
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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.
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
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Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.
Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.
Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.
Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Kin - It symbolizes the idea of 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.
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瑠 means "lapis lazuli."
Jewel - Used to refer to the gemstone "lapis lazuli" (瑠璃).
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Precious - Symbolizing the preciousness of a baby.
Gemstone - Representing the beauty and rarity of a baby.
Brilliance - Signifying the brilliance and sparkle of a baby.
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