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Japanese boy(male) nameShuu
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:しゅう
  • Katakanatip:シュウ
  • English transcriptionstip:Shuu, Shu, Syuu, Syu, Shū
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shuukun(しゅうくん)Click to speech しゅうくんShuuchan(しゅうちゃん)Click to speech しゅうちゃんShuutan(しゅうたん)Click to speech しゅうたん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 8 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 "Shuu," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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秀- Shuu -

Good Fortune
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秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."

  • Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.

  • Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.

  • Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.

  • Distinguishing - To set apart from others

  • Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.

  • Blooming - To produce flowers

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  • Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.

  • Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.

  • Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.

  • Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.

  • Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.

  • Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.

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習- Shuu -

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習 means "study, learn, imitate."

  • Learn - To acquire knowledge or skills through study or experience.

  • Acquire - To gain possession of something through effort or action.

  • Habitual - Done as a habit

  • Practice - To do something repeatedly in order to become skilled at it.

  • Familiarize - To become accustomed to something.

  • Master - To become highly skilled in something.

  • Custom - A traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something.

Name ideas examples

  • Learn - To suggest a desire for the baby to acquire knowledge and skills.

  • Acquire - To suggest a desire for the baby to gain possession of something through effort or action.

  • Habitual - To suggest a desire for the baby to develop good habits.

  • Practice - To suggest a desire for the baby to become skilled at something through repetition.

  • Familiarize - To suggest a desire for the baby to become accustomed to something.

  • Master - To suggest a desire for the baby to become highly skilled in something.

  • Custom - To suggest a desire for the baby to follow traditional

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修- Shuu -

Common
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修 means "repair, mend, fix."

  • To Be Corrected Or Improved - To become correct or better, to be in good shape or condition, to be equipped with something.

  • To Correct Or Improve - To make correct or better, to shape or form something, to learn or acquire something.

  • To Decorate - To adorn or embellish something.

  • To Be Long - To be of a great length.

  • To Compile A Book - To arrange or organize a book or writing.

  • To Be Good Or Beautiful - To be of good quality, to be attractive or handsome.

Name ideas examples

  • To Learn - It implies that the child will be eager to learn and grow in knowledge.

  • To Improve - It implies that the child will strive to become better and reach their full potential.

  • To Be Beautiful - It implies that the child will be attractive and have a pleasing appearance.

  • To Be Correct - It implies that the child will strive to do the right thing and be honest.

  • To Be Well Prepared - It implies that the child will be prepared for whatever life throws at them.

  • To Be Adorned - It implies that the child will be adorned with beauty and grace.

  • To Be Long - It implies that the child will have a long and prosperous life.

  • To Be Organized - It implies that the child will be organized and

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柊- Shuu -

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柊 means "holly, ilex."

  • Chinese Holly - A species of evergreen tree belonging to the family of the magnolia family.

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  • Evergreen - Symbolizing strength, resilience, and longevity.

  • Resilience - Symbolizing the ability to bounce back from difficult times.

  • Strength - Symbolizing the power to overcome obstacles.

  • Longevity - Symbolizing a long and prosperous life.

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優- Shuu -

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優 means "gentleness, kindness, superiority."

  • Outstanding - Superior to others.

  • Kind - Refined and beautiful.

  • Harmonious - Peaceful and harmonious.

  • Abundant - Relaxed and with plenty of room.

  • Skilled - A performer or entertainer.

  • Highest - The highest ranking in evaluations such as performance.

Name ideas examples

  • Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and superiority.

  • Kind - This kanji that conveys gentleness and beauty.

  • Harmonious - This kanji that conveys peace and harmony.

  • Abundant - This kanji that conveys abundance and plenty.

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秋- Shuu -

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秋 means "autumn, fall."

  • Autumn - The season between the beginning of autumn and the start of winter, usually from September to November. In the lunar calendar, it is from July to September.

  • Important Time - A special or significant moment.

  • Fruition - The ripening of crops.

  • Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.

Name ideas examples

  • Autumn - A season of change and growth, symbolizing the start of a new journey.

  • Important Time - A reminder to cherish every moment and to make the most of life.

  • Fruition - A reminder to strive for success and to reap the rewards of hard work.

  • Years - A reminder to appreciate the passing of time and to make the most of each day.

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脩- Shuu -

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脩 means "to discipline."

  • To Preserve - To keep in a safe or unaltered state, to maintain in a particular condition.

  • To Discipline - To train or develop by instruction and exercise, especially to teach self-control.

  • To Arrange - To put in order, to organize or arrange systematically.

  • To Lengthen - To make or become longer, to extend in time or space.

Name ideas examples

  • Discipline - This kanji conveys the idea of discipline and self-control, which are important qualities for a child to develop.

  • Long Lasting - The kanji also suggests the idea of longevity, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have.

  • Order - The kanji also implies the concept of order and organization, which are important for a child to learn.

  • Preservation - The kanji also suggests the idea of preservation, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have.

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周- Shuu -

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周 means "circumference, lap, perimeter."

  • Surroundings - Refers to the area around something.

  • Everywhere - To go everywhere, to cover everywhere.

  • Circulate - To go around, to make a round.

  • Rescue - To help, to save.

  • Fulfill - To match, to harmonize.

  • Corner - A place where a road or path bends and enters.

  • Dynasty - The name of an ancient Chinese dynasty.

Name ideas examples

  • To Go Around - It symbolizes the idea of going around and exploring the world. It also implies that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and will be able to learn from them.

  • To Save - It symbolizes the idea of being able to help and save others. It also implies that the baby will be a compassionate and caring individual.

  • To Fulfill - It symbolizes the idea of being able to fulfill one's dreams and goals. It also implies that the baby will be able to achieve great things in life.

  • Corner - It symbolizes the idea of being able to find one's place in the world. It also implies that the baby will be able to find their own unique path in life.

  • Dynasty - It symbolizes the idea of being part of a larger legacy. It also implies that the baby will be able to carry on the traditions of their ancestors.

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