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Japanese girl(female) nameShirayu
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:しらゆ
  • Katakanatip:シラユ
  • English Syllablestip:shi-ra-yu (3)
  • Japanese Moraetip:shi-ra-yu (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Shirayu
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shirachan(しらちゃん)Click to speech しらちゃんYuchan( ゆちゃん)Click to speech  ゆちゃんShirayuchan( しらゆちゃん)Click to speech  しらゆちゃん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Shirayu."

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白湯- Shirayu -

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means "white, to whiten, bright."

Name ideas examples

  • 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.

  • To Whiten - 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.

  • To Speak - Speaking represents expression, communication, and the power of words. May your child speak wisely, using words to heal, inspire, and connect.

  • Bright - Brightness symbolizes intelligence, optimism, and a future full of promise. May your child's future be bright, filled with intelligence, joy, and boundless opportunity.

  • Belgium - Belgium - An abbreviation for "Belgium - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of belgium throughout life.

  • Empty - Emptiness in Japanese philosophy (空) represents potential and openness to receive. May your child embrace emptiness as potential, ready to be filled with wisdom.

  • Script - Script - Lines in a play or drama - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of script throughout life.

means "hot water, bath, soup."

Name ideas examples

  • Hot Water - Water embodies adaptability, purity, and the Taoist principle of overcoming obstacles through flexibility. May your child flow like water—soft yet powerful, adapting to any situation while staying true to their nature.

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

  • Soup - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

  • Decoction - The decoction represents extracted essence, healing preparation, and concentrated benefit. May your child extract life's healing essence.

  • King of Yin - Kings represent righteous authority, noble character, and the responsibility to serve their people. May your child have a kingly heart—noble, just, and devoted to serving others.

  • To Do as One Wishes - Wishes represent desires, hopes, and the expression of the heart's longing. May your child's wishes guide them to their heart's true desire.

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