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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameShimon
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:しもん
  • Katakanatip:シモン
  • English Syllablestip:shi-mon (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:shi-mo-n (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Shimon
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shimonkun(しもんくん)Click to speech しもんくんMonchan(もんちゃん)Click to speech もんちゃんShimochan(しもちゃん)Click to speech しもちゃん

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 nameShimon

Kanji Names & Meanings - 24 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 "Shimon," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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士文- Shimon -

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means "gentleman, scholar, samurai."

Name ideas examples

  • Gentleman - A gentleman combines courtesy, honor, and consideration for others. May your child embody gentlemanly virtues of courtesy and honor.

  • Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.

  • Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues

  • Adult Male - Adult Male - An adult male - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adult male throughout life.

  • Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.

  • Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.

  • Qualified Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

思聞- Shimon -

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means "to think, to love, particle."

Name ideas examples

  • To Love - To love is the highest calling, giving oneself for the wellbeing of others. May your child love deeply and be deeply loved, finding life's greatest meaning in love.

  • Particle - Particles represent the small things that make up the whole. May your child appreciate how small particles create great things.

  • Cherish, Love - Love represents deep connection, care, and the heart of all relationships. May your child love deeply and be deeply loved in return.

  • Poetic Device - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.

  • Put in Heart - Hearing represents receptivity, understanding, and the skill of true listening. May your child truly hear others, listening with understanding and compassion.

  • Seemingly - Seeming reminds us to look beyond appearances to find deeper truth. May your child see beyond seeming, finding truth beneath appearances.

  • Think, Consider, Have an Idea - Thinking represents reason, reflection, and the power of the inquiring mind. May your child think deeply, using reason and reflection wisely.

  • Thought - Thought - Feelings; ideas; considerations - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of thought throughout life.

means "to hear, to inform, fame."

Name ideas examples

  • To Hear - Hearing represents receptivity, understanding, and the skill of true listening. May your child truly hear others, listening with understanding and compassion.

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

  • Honor - Honor is the sacred duty to uphold one's name, family, and moral principles. May your child live with honor, upholding their name and principles in all they do.

士紋- Shimon -

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means "gentleman, scholar, samurai."

Name ideas examples

  • Gentleman - A gentleman combines courtesy, honor, and consideration for others. May your child embody gentlemanly virtues of courtesy and honor.

  • Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.

  • Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues

  • Adult Male - Adult Male - An adult male - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adult male throughout life.

  • Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.

  • Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.

  • Qualified Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.

means "pattern, lines, crest."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

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

  • Crest - Crest - Family Emblem; a symbol a family - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of crest throughout life.

士門- Shimon -

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means "gentleman, scholar, samurai."

Name ideas examples

  • Gentleman - A gentleman combines courtesy, honor, and consideration for others. May your child embody gentlemanly virtues of courtesy and honor.

  • Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.

  • Samurai - The samurai way (武士道) emphasizes honor, loyalty, and self-discipline. May your child embody samurai virtues

  • Adult Male - Adult Male - An adult male - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adult male throughout life.

  • Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.

  • Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.

  • Qualified Person - Person (人) represents humanity, individual dignity, and connection with others. May your child honor the dignity of every person, connected deeply with humanity.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

志文- Shimon -

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means "aspiration, will, record."

Name ideas examples

  • Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.

  • Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.

  • Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.

  • Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.

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

  • Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.

  • Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

志門- Shimon -

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means "aspiration, will, record."

Name ideas examples

  • Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.

  • Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.

  • Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.

  • Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.

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

  • Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.

  • Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

獅門- Shimon -

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means "lion."

  • Lion - A large, powerful, and majestic animal, often seen as a symbol of strength and courage.

  • Shishi - A mythical creature in Japanese folklore, often depicted as a lion-like creature with a long mane and a large, round head.

Name ideas examples

  • Lion - Lions symbolize courage, nobility, and protective strength. May your child possess the lion's majestic courage and noble heart, standing strong to protect those they love.

  • Shishi - The shishi, guardian lion of Japanese tradition, represents protection, power, and warding off evil. May your child embody the shishi's protective spirit, standing as a guardian for family and community.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

之門- Shimon -

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means "this, to go, possessive particle."

  • This - That; pointing to a person, thing, or matter.

  • To Go - To Proceed; to reach.

  • Possessive Particle - Indicating subject relationship.

Name ideas examples

  • This - Specificity represents focus, attention, and being present. May your child be fully present in this moment, this place.

  • To Go - Going represents departure, journey, and the courage to move toward the unknown. May your child go bravely into the world, journeying with courage.

  • Possessive Particle - Possessive Particle - Indicating subject relationship - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of possessive particle throughout life.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

史文- Shimon -

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means "history, chronicle, scribe."

  • History - A record of past events.

  • Chronicle - An account of events.

  • Scribe - A person who records.

  • Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.

Name ideas examples

  • History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.

  • Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

  • Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.

  • Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

史門- Shimon -

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means "history, chronicle, scribe."

  • History - A record of past events.

  • Chronicle - An account of events.

  • Scribe - A person who records.

  • Writing - Writing is the act of recording information.

Name ideas examples

  • History - History - A record of past events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of history throughout life.

  • Chronicle - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.

  • Scribe - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.

  • Writing - Writing represents active engagement and purposeful effort. May your child engage in writing with purpose and skill.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

司門- Shimon -

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means "manage, preside, official."

Name ideas examples

  • Manage - Manage - To Oversee; to control - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of manage throughout life.

  • Preside - Preside - To be in charge - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of preside throughout life.

  • Official - Officials carry public trust and responsibility for good governance. May your child serve with integrity in whatever official capacity they hold.

  • To Serve in an Official Capacity - Service represents humility, contribution, and finding greatness through giving. May your child serve others generously, finding greatness in giving.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

嗣文- Shimon -

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means "heir, succeed, continue."

  • Heir - One who inherits.

  • Succeed - To follow in position.

  • To Succeed - To take over and continue the legacy of a family or lineage.

  • Continue - To carry on a legacy.

Name ideas examples

  • Heir - Heirs inherit not just wealth but also responsibility and tradition. May your child be a worthy heir, honoring their inheritance with responsibility.

  • Succeed - Succeeding represents achievement, reaching goals, and accomplishment. May your child succeed in worthy pursuits and help others succeed.

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

  • Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

嗣門- Shimon -

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means "heir, succeed, continue."

  • Heir - One who inherits.

  • Succeed - To follow in position.

  • To Succeed - To take over and continue the legacy of a family or lineage.

  • Continue - To carry on a legacy.

Name ideas examples

  • Heir - Heirs inherit not just wealth but also responsibility and tradition. May your child be a worthy heir, honoring their inheritance with responsibility.

  • Succeed - Succeeding represents achievement, reaching goals, and accomplishment. May your child succeed in worthy pursuits and help others succeed.

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

  • Continue - Continuing represents persistence, dedication, and steady progress. May your child continue forward with determination through all challenges.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

四門- Shimon -

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means "four, four times, four directions."

Name ideas examples

  • Four - Numbers represent order, measure, and the foundation of understanding. May your child understand the importance of what can and cannot be counted.

  • Four Times - Four Times - Four occurrences - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of four times throughout life.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

志紋- Shimon -

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means "aspiration, will, record."

Name ideas examples

  • Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.

  • Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.

  • Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.

  • Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.

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

  • Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.

  • Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.

means "pattern, lines, crest."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

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

  • Crest - Crest - Family Emblem; a symbol a family - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of crest throughout life.

獅文- Shimon -

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means "lion."

  • Lion - A large, powerful, and majestic animal, often seen as a symbol of strength and courage.

  • Shishi - A mythical creature in Japanese folklore, often depicted as a lion-like creature with a long mane and a large, round head.

Name ideas examples

  • Lion - Lions symbolize courage, nobility, and protective strength. May your child possess the lion's majestic courage and noble heart, standing strong to protect those they love.

  • Shishi - The shishi, guardian lion of Japanese tradition, represents protection, power, and warding off evil. May your child embody the shishi's protective spirit, standing as a guardian for family and community.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

紫文- Shimon -

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means "purple, soy sauce."

Name ideas examples

  • Purple - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

  • Soy Sauce - Soy Sauce - Soy sauce - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of soy sauce throughout life.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

紫紋- Shimon -

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means "purple, soy sauce."

Name ideas examples

  • Purple - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

  • Soy Sauce - Soy Sauce - Soy sauce - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of soy sauce throughout life.

means "pattern, lines, crest."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

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

  • Crest - Crest - Family Emblem; a symbol a family - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of crest throughout life.

紫門- Shimon -

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means "purple, soy sauce."

Name ideas examples

  • Purple - Names carry identity and meaning, shaping one's path through life. May your child's name bring them good fortune and guide their character.

  • Soy Sauce - Soy Sauce - Soy sauce - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of soy sauce throughout life.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

至門- Shimon -

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means "arrive, utmost, solstice."

Name ideas examples

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

  • Utmost - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.

  • Solstice - Length represents endurance, reach, and sustained effort. May your child have the endurance to see things through to completion.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

詩文- Shimon -

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means "poetry, poem."

Name ideas examples

  • Poetry - Poetry represents the art of expressing deep emotion and truth through beautiful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express themselves beautifully.

  • Poem - Poems capture beauty and truth in condensed, powerful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express deep truths beautifully.

means "writing, pattern, culture."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

  • Appearance - Appearance represents presentation, first impressions, and outer form. May your child's appearance reflect their inner beauty.

  • Character - Characters (文字) preserve knowledge and enable communication across time. May your child develop strong character and appreciate the power of written words.

  • Currency - Age brings wisdom, experience, and connection to the past. May your child respect what is old and learn from history.

  • Learning - Sharpness represents clarity, precision, and cutting through confusion. May your child have a sharp mind that cuts through to truth.

  • Letters - Letters carry messages across distance and time, preserving thought in visible form. May your child's letters carry meaning, preserving wisdom for future generations.

  • Measurement - Measure represents balance, proportion, and the wisdom of knowing limits. May your child know the measure of all things, balanced and proportionate.

  • Penny - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.

詩紋- Shimon -

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means "poetry, poem."

Name ideas examples

  • Poetry - Poetry represents the art of expressing deep emotion and truth through beautiful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express themselves beautifully.

  • Poem - Poems capture beauty and truth in condensed, powerful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express deep truths beautifully.

means "pattern, lines, crest."

Name ideas examples

  • Pattern - Patterns represent order, beauty, and the underlying structure of reality. May your child recognize life's patterns, finding order in apparent chaos.

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

  • Crest - Crest - Family Emblem; a symbol a family - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of crest throughout life.

詩門- Shimon -

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means "poetry, poem."

Name ideas examples

  • Poetry - Poetry represents the art of expressing deep emotion and truth through beautiful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express themselves beautifully.

  • Poem - Poems capture beauty and truth in condensed, powerful language. May your child appreciate poetry and express deep truths beautifully.

means "gate, entrance, house."

  • Gate - An entrance to buildings.

  • Entrance - A place for entering and exiting.

  • House - Family Lineage; relatives.

  • Phylum - A major taxonomic division in biological classification.

  • Counter - A unit for counting cannons.

  • Door - A structure used to enter and exit a building.

  • School - An academic or religious tradition.

Name ideas examples

  • Gate - Gates represent entry, transition, and the important thresholds of life. May your child pass through life's gates with honor, each threshold bringing blessing.

  • Entrance - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.

  • House - House represents shelter, protection, and the physical space of family life. May your child always have a house to shelter them, sturdy and welcoming.

  • Phylum - Phylum represents fundamental classification, the deep structure underlying diversity. May your child understand fundamental truths while appreciating life's diversity.

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

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

  • School - School - An academic or religious tradition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of school throughout life.

シモン- Shimon -

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Uses phonetic hiragana/katakana characters without inherent meaning.

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  • 坂口Sakaguchi 志文Shimon Japanese physician, university teacher and immunologist (1951- ) wikipedia page linkEN wikipedia page linkJP

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