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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameShiran
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:しらん
  • Katakanatip:シラン
  • English transcriptionstip:Shiran
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shiranchan(しらんちゃん)Click to speech しらんちゃんShirakun(しらくん)Click to speech しらくんShi-chan(しーちゃん)Click to speech しーちゃん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 6 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 "Shiran," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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四嵐- Shiran -

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means "four."

  • Four - The number four.

  • Four Times - Four times or four degrees.

  • Four Directions - The four cardinal directions.

  • Ten O'Clock - An old way of referring to 10am (the hour of the snake) or 10pm (the hour of the boar).

Name ideas examples

  • Four - Symbolizing the four directions of the world, four can represent a baby's journey in life.

  • Four Times - Representing the four stages of life, four times can symbolize the growth and development of a baby.

  • Ten O'Clock - Representing the start of a new journey, ten o'clock can symbolize the beginning of a baby's life.

means "storm, tempest, gale."

  • Clear Air Or Wind Of The Mountain - Refers to a gentle breeze or a calm atmosphere.

  • Storm - Refers to a very strong wind or a violent storm.

Name ideas examples

  • Clear Air Or Wind Of The Mountain - Refers to a gentle breeze or a calm atmosphere, symbolizing a peaceful and serene life.

  • Storm - Refers to a very strong wind or a violent storm, symbolizing strength and resilience.

四欄- Shiran -

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means "four."

  • Four - The number four.

  • Four Times - Four times or four degrees.

  • Four Directions - The four cardinal directions.

  • Ten O'Clock - An old way of referring to 10am (the hour of the snake) or 10pm (the hour of the boar).

Name ideas examples

  • Four - Symbolizing the four directions of the world, four can represent a baby's journey in life.

  • Four Times - Representing the four stages of life, four times can symbolize the growth and development of a baby.

  • Ten O'Clock - Representing the start of a new journey, ten o'clock can symbolize the beginning of a baby's life.

means "frame."

  • Handrail - A horizontal piece of wood used to prevent people from falling from bridges, stairs, etc.

  • Cage - A place to keep animals confined.

  • Frame - A division, boundary, or partition.

Name ideas examples

  • Handrail - Symbolizing protection and safety.

  • Cage - Symbolizing security and stability.

  • Frame - Symbolizing structure and organization.

四蘭- Shiran -

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means "four."

  • Four - The number four.

  • Four Times - Four times or four degrees.

  • Four Directions - The four cardinal directions.

  • Ten O'Clock - An old way of referring to 10am (the hour of the snake) or 10pm (the hour of the boar).

Name ideas examples

  • Four - Symbolizing the four directions of the world, four can represent a baby's journey in life.

  • Four Times - Representing the four stages of life, four times can symbolize the growth and development of a baby.

  • Ten O'Clock - Representing the start of a new journey, ten o'clock can symbolize the beginning of a baby's life.

means "orchid, holland, blue."

  • Orchid - General term for a perennial plant of the Orchidaceae family.

  • Holland - Abbreviation of the country name "Walan (Holland)".

Name ideas examples

  • Orchid - A beautiful flower that symbolizes love, beauty, and strength.

  • Holland - A country known for its beauty, culture, and history.

四覧- Shiran -

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means "four."

  • Four - The number four.

  • Four Times - Four times or four degrees.

  • Four Directions - The four cardinal directions.

  • Ten O'Clock - An old way of referring to 10am (the hour of the snake) or 10pm (the hour of the boar).

Name ideas examples

  • Four - Symbolizing the four directions of the world, four can represent a baby's journey in life.

  • Four Times - Representing the four stages of life, four times can symbolize the growth and development of a baby.

  • Ten O'Clock - Representing the start of a new journey, ten o'clock can symbolize the beginning of a baby's life.

means "view, perusal, inspection."

  • To See - To look at something or someone.

  • To Observe - To watch closely and carefully.

  • To Survey - To look over a wide area or range.

Name ideas examples

  • To See - To symbolize the hope that the baby will be able to see the beauty of the world and appreciate it.

  • To Observe - To symbolize the hope that the baby will be able to observe and learn from the world around them.

  • To Survey - To symbolize the hope that the baby will be able to survey the world and gain a broad perspective.

紫嵐- Shiran -

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means "purple, violet."

  • Purple - A color made by mixing red and blue.

  • Soy Sauce - A condiment made from fermented soybeans.

Name ideas examples

  • Purple - A color that symbolizes royalty, nobility, and mystery.

  • Soy Sauce - A condiment that symbolizes strength, resilience, and adaptability.

means "storm, tempest, gale."

  • Clear Air Or Wind Of The Mountain - Refers to a gentle breeze or a calm atmosphere.

  • Storm - Refers to a very strong wind or a violent storm.

Name ideas examples

  • Clear Air Or Wind Of The Mountain - Refers to a gentle breeze or a calm atmosphere, symbolizing a peaceful and serene life.

  • Storm - Refers to a very strong wind or a violent storm, symbolizing strength and resilience.

紫蘭- Shiran -

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means "purple, violet."

  • Purple - A color made by mixing red and blue.

  • Soy Sauce - A condiment made from fermented soybeans.

Name ideas examples

  • Purple - A color that symbolizes royalty, nobility, and mystery.

  • Soy Sauce - A condiment that symbolizes strength, resilience, and adaptability.

means "orchid, holland, blue."

  • Orchid - General term for a perennial plant of the Orchidaceae family.

  • Holland - Abbreviation of the country name "Walan (Holland)".

Name ideas examples

  • Orchid - A beautiful flower that symbolizes love, beauty, and strength.

  • Holland - A country known for its beauty, culture, and history.

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