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Japanese girl(female) nameJapanese unisex nameShioka
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:しおか
  • Katakanatip:シオカ
  • English Syllablestip:shi-o-ka (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:shi-o-ka (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Shioka
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shiochan(しおちゃん)Click to speech しおちゃんShiorin( しおりん)Click to speech  しおりんShion( しおん)Click to speech  しおん

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

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 12 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 "Shioka," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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栞香- Shioka -

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means "bookmark, guide, signpost."

  • Bookmark - A marker for reading.

  • Guide - A Handbook; a manual.

  • Tree Marker - A marker made by breaking off a branch of a tree while walking in a mountain or forest, to help avoid getting lost.

Name ideas examples

  • Bookmark - Books contain the accumulated wisdom of humanity, treasures waiting to be discovered. May your child love books, discovering treasures of wisdom within their pages.

  • Guide - Guiding represents leadership, wisdom, and helping others find their way. May your child guide others with wisdom and compassion.

  • Tree Marker - The tree marker represents finding one's way, leaving signs, and navigating. May your child navigate wisely and help others find the way.

means "fragrance, fragrant, pleasant."

Name ideas examples

  • Fragrance - Fragrance - Aroma; a pleasant smell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fragrance throughout life.

  • Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.

  • Pleasant - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.

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

  • Lance - Lance - A piece in shogi - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lance throughout life.

汐加- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "add, join, apply."

  • Add - To Combine; to increase.

  • To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.

  • Join - To become part of.

  • Apply - To put into effect.

Name ideas examples

  • Add - Add - To Combine; to increase - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of add throughout life.

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

  • Join - Joining represents unity, partnership, and coming together. May your child join with others for good causes.

  • Apply - Apply - To put into effect - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of apply throughout life.

汐夏- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "summer, grand, xia dynasty."

  • Summer - One of the four seasons; from the start of summer to the start of autumn; around June to August.

  • Grand - Large; flourishing; prosperous.

  • Xia Dynasty - The name of the oldest legendary dynasty in China.

Name ideas examples

  • Summer - Summer (夏) represents vitality, growth at its peak, and the fullness of life's energy. May your child embody summer's vibrant energy, living life at its fullest and brightest.

  • Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.

  • Xia Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

汐架- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "shelf, to span."

  • Shelf - A stand made by laying boards horizontally to place or hang things.

  • To Span - To Bridge; to stretch across.

Name ideas examples

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

  • 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.

汐歌- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "to sing, song, poetry."

  • To Sing - To Sing with Melody; to sing along with music.

  • Song - Something sung with rhythm and melody.

  • Poetry - A form of Chinese poetry; a style of verse.

  • Japanese Poetry - Japanese poems as opposed to Chinese poetry; Yamato uta.

  • Poem - A unit of poetry, one of the forms of Chinese poetry.

  • Singing - The act of singing with rhythm and melody, usually to music.

Name ideas examples

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

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

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

  • Japanese Poetry - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.

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

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

汐花- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "flower, flower-like, to bloom."

Name ideas examples

  • Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.

  • Flower-like - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.

  • To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.

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

  • Cherry Blossom - Cherry blossoms (桜) embody the Japanese concept of mono no aware—the bittersweet beauty of impermanence. May your child live fully in each moment like the cherry blossom, embracing life's beautiful transience.

  • Congratulatory Gift - Congratulatory gifts represent shared joy, celebration, and the bonds of community. May your child give and receive gifts of celebration, sharing joy with many.

  • Glare - Glare represents intense focus, brightness, and commanding attention. May your child shine with brilliance that draws positive attention.

  • Plum Blossoms - Plum blossoms represent resilience and hope, blooming bravely while snow still covers the ground. May your child bloom with courage like the plum, bringing hope even in winter's coldest days.

  • Popular - Popularity represents acceptance, appeal, and connection with many. May your child be popular for their kindness and character.

  • Splendid Things - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.

汐華- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "flower, to bloom, splendid."

Name ideas examples

  • Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.

  • To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.

  • Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.

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

  • White - White represents purity, sacredness, and new beginnings in Japanese Shinto tradition. May your child maintain purity of heart, sacred and clean as fresh white snow.

  • China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.

汐香- Shioka -

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means "evening tide, tidal flow."

Name ideas examples

  • Evening Tide - Evening represents completion, reflection, and the gathering of family. May your child's evenings be peaceful, full of reflection and loved ones.

  • Tidal Flow - The tide represents natural rhythm, cosmic connection, and timely action. May your child flow with natural rhythms.

means "fragrance, fragrant, pleasant."

Name ideas examples

  • Fragrance - Fragrance - Aroma; a pleasant smell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fragrance throughout life.

  • Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.

  • Pleasant - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.

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

  • Lance - Lance - A piece in shogi - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lance throughout life.

潮夏- Shioka -

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means "tide, current, opportunity."

Name ideas examples

  • Tide - The tide symbolizes the natural rhythms of life, opportunity, and timely action. Rising and falling with cosmic precision, it teaches patience and seizing the right moment. May your child flow with life's tides, knowing when to advance and when to wait.

  • Current - The current represents moving forward, flowing energy, and the power of momentum. May your child ride life's currents wisely.

  • Opportunity - Opportunity - A suitable time; a chance - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of opportunity throughout life.

  • Flow - Flowing represents natural movement, ease, and going with life's currents. May your child flow through life with natural grace.

  • Moisture - Moisture - Wetness, dampness, humidity - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of moisture throughout life.

  • Salt-Preserved Fish - Fish symbolize abundance, fertility, and the freedom of moving through life's currents. May your child swim freely through life like a fish, finding abundance in every stream.

means "summer, grand, xia dynasty."

  • Summer - One of the four seasons; from the start of summer to the start of autumn; around June to August.

  • Grand - Large; flourishing; prosperous.

  • Xia Dynasty - The name of the oldest legendary dynasty in China.

Name ideas examples

  • Summer - Summer (夏) represents vitality, growth at its peak, and the fullness of life's energy. May your child embody summer's vibrant energy, living life at its fullest and brightest.

  • Grand - Grandness represents magnificence, noble ambition, and achieving great things. May your child dream grand dreams and achieve magnificent things with noble purpose.

  • Xia Dynasty - The Xia Dynasty represents ancient origins, the foundation upon which later civilizations were built. May your child appreciate their origins, building upon the foundations of those who came before.

潮架- Shioka -

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means "tide, current, opportunity."

Name ideas examples

  • Tide - The tide symbolizes the natural rhythms of life, opportunity, and timely action. Rising and falling with cosmic precision, it teaches patience and seizing the right moment. May your child flow with life's tides, knowing when to advance and when to wait.

  • Current - The current represents moving forward, flowing energy, and the power of momentum. May your child ride life's currents wisely.

  • Opportunity - Opportunity - A suitable time; a chance - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of opportunity throughout life.

  • Flow - Flowing represents natural movement, ease, and going with life's currents. May your child flow through life with natural grace.

  • Moisture - Moisture - Wetness, dampness, humidity - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of moisture throughout life.

  • Salt-Preserved Fish - Fish symbolize abundance, fertility, and the freedom of moving through life's currents. May your child swim freely through life like a fish, finding abundance in every stream.

means "shelf, to span."

  • Shelf - A stand made by laying boards horizontally to place or hang things.

  • To Span - To Bridge; to stretch across.

Name ideas examples

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

  • 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.

潮風- Shioka -

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means "tide, current, opportunity."

Name ideas examples

  • Tide - The tide symbolizes the natural rhythms of life, opportunity, and timely action. Rising and falling with cosmic precision, it teaches patience and seizing the right moment. May your child flow with life's tides, knowing when to advance and when to wait.

  • Current - The current represents moving forward, flowing energy, and the power of momentum. May your child ride life's currents wisely.

  • Opportunity - Opportunity - A suitable time; a chance - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of opportunity throughout life.

  • Flow - Flowing represents natural movement, ease, and going with life's currents. May your child flow through life with natural grace.

  • Moisture - Moisture - Wetness, dampness, humidity - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of moisture throughout life.

  • Salt-Preserved Fish - Fish symbolize abundance, fertility, and the freedom of moving through life's currents. May your child swim freely through life like a fish, finding abundance in every stream.

means "wind, custom, appearance."

Name ideas examples

  • Wind - Wind represents change, freedom, and the invisible forces that shape our lives. May your child move through the world with the wind's freedom, refreshing all they encounter.

  • To be Windblown - Wind represents change, freedom, and the invisible forces that shape our lives. May your child move through the world with the wind's freedom, refreshing all they encounter.

  • Custom - Custom - Tradition; habit; practice - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of custom throughout life.

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

  • Elegance - Circles represent wholeness, cycles, and completeness. May your child experience life's full circle with grace.

  • Illness - Overcoming illness represents healing, resilience, and restored vitality. May your child overcome all illness with strength.

  • Suggest - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.

  • Teach - Teaching represents sharing knowledge, guiding growth, and enlightening others. May your child teach with patience and learn throughout life.

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

  • Trend - Trend - Movement in society; situation - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of trend throughout life.

詩緒香- Shioka -

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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 "beginning, thread, clue."

  • Beginning - The start of something.

  • Thread - The end of a string.

  • Clue - A hint that leads to understanding.

  • Continuity - A connection or series of events.

  • Cord - A long, continuous thing.

  • Heart - A feeling or emotion.

Name ideas examples

  • Beginning - Beginning represents the courage to start, the first step of every journey. May your child have the courage to begin, taking first steps toward great destinations.

  • Thread - Threads represent connection, continuity, and the fabric of relationships. May your child weave strong threads of connection throughout life.

  • Clue - Clue - A hint that leads to understanding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of clue throughout life.

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

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

  • Heart - Heart (心) in Japanese represents both the physical heart and the mind/spirit. May your child's heart be pure and their mind clear, unified in purpose.

means "fragrance, fragrant, pleasant."

Name ideas examples

  • Fragrance - Fragrance - Aroma; a pleasant smell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fragrance throughout life.

  • Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.

  • Pleasant - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.

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

  • Lance - Lance - A piece in shogi - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lance throughout life.

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