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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameShiro
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:しろ
  • Katakanatip:シロ
  • English Syllablestip:shi-ro (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:shi-ro (2)
  • English transcriptionstip:Shiro
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shirokun(しろくん)Click to speech しろくんShi-chan(しーちゃん)Click to speech しーちゃんShirotan(しろたん)Click to speech しろたん

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 nameShiro

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Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 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 "Shiro," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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- Shiro -

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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.

- Shiro -

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means "castle, citadel, wall."

Name ideas examples

  • Castle - Structures provide shelter, purpose, and the framework for living. May your child build a life of meaning and solid foundations.

  • Citadel - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.

  • Wall - Walls provide protection and boundaries, defining space and providing safety. May your child know when to build walls for protection and when to tear them down.

志路- Shiro -

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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 "road, way, method."

Name ideas examples

  • Road - Roads represent the journey of life, the path we choose, and where it leads. May your child find good roads to travel, their path leading to worthy destinations.

  • Way - Paths represent journeys, choices, and the direction of life. May your child find good paths and walk them with courage.

  • Method - Method - A manner of proceeding - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of method throughout life.

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

  • Appear, Express - Appear/Express - To show or make known - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appear/express throughout life.

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

  • Emperor's Carriage - The emperor represents divine authority, cultural continuity, and national unity. May your child possess noble bearing and the wisdom to lead others with dignity.

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

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

  • Travel - Traveling represents journey, experience, and broadening perspective. May your child travel well through life's journey.

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