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Japanese boy(male) nameSougen
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:そうげん
  • Katakanatip:ソウゲン
  • English transcriptionstip:Sougen, Sōgen
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Souchan(そうちゃん)Click to speech そうちゃんGenchan( げんちゃん)Click to speech  げんちゃんSougenkun( そうげんくん)Click to speech  そうげんくん

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 15 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 "Sougen," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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宗玄- Sougen -

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means "religion, sect, denomination."

  • Ancestors - A family with the same ancestors.

  • Origin - The root or center of something.

  • Respect - To revere and honor.

  • Religion - The teachings of a founder or the beliefs of a group that follows them.

Name ideas examples

  • Ancestors - This kanji that honors the family's ancestors and their legacy.

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the beginning of something new and special.

  • Respect - This kanji that conveys respect and admiration for those who have come before.

  • Religion - This kanji that reflects the beliefs of the family's faith.

means "profound, mysterious, dark."

  • Dark, Black - A dark color with a hint of red.

  • Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.

  • Distant - Something that is faint and far away.

  • Heaven - The color of the sky.

  • North - The direction of north.

Name ideas examples

  • Dark, Black - A color that symbolizes strength and power.

  • Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.

  • Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.

  • Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.

  • North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.

蒼弦- Sougen -

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means "blue, pale, unripe."

  • Blue - A deep blue color.

  • Thrive - The way plants and trees thrive in a blue hue.

  • Aging - The way someone looks when they are old and their hair is mixed with white.

  • Hurried - The way someone looks when they are in a hurry.

Name ideas examples

  • Blue - A beautiful and calming color that symbolizes peace and tranquility.

  • Thrive - A reminder to the child to strive and grow in life.

  • Aging - A reminder to the child to appreciate the wisdom and experience of the elderly.

  • Hurried - A reminder to the child to take their time and not rush through life.

means "string, chord."

  • Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.

  • Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.

  • Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.

  • Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.

Name ideas examples

  • Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.

  • Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.

  • Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.

  • Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.

聡元- Sougen -

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means "wise, clever, intelligent."

  • Intelligent - Possessing great knowledge and understanding.

  • Acute - Having a keen sense of hearing.

  • Wise - Having sound judgement and insight.

  • Gifted - Possessing exceptional talent and intelligence.

  • Insightful - Having a deep understanding of a situation.

Name ideas examples

  • Intelligent - This kanji conveys the idea of being intelligent and having a sharp mind. It implies that the person is wise and has a good understanding of things.

  • Wise - This kanji also implies that the person is wise and has a good understanding of things. It suggests that the person is able to make sound decisions and has a good grasp of the situation.

  • Perceptive - This kanji implies that the person is perceptive and has a good sense of hearing. It suggests that the person is able to pick up on subtle cues and has a good understanding of the environment.

  • Insightful - This kanji implies that the person is insightful and has a good understanding of things. It suggests that the person is able to think deeply and has a good grasp of the situation.

  • Knowledgeable - This kanji implies that the person is knowledgeable and has a good understanding of things. It suggests that the person is able to draw on their knowledge and has a good grasp of the situation.

means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin, Source - To signify the beginning of a new life.

  • Head, Chief - To signify the importance of the baby in the family.

  • Long, Elder - To signify the baby's place as the eldest in the family.

  • People, Crowd - To signify the baby's place in the community.

奏玄- Sougen -

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means "play music, perform, report, petition."

  • Perform - To play or execute a musical piece.

  • Accomplish - To complete or bring something to a successful conclusion.

  • Recommend - To suggest or advise something.

  • Offer - To present or give something.

  • Dedicate - To present or give something as an offering.

  • Declare - To state or express something.

Name ideas examples

  • To Perform - It conveys the idea of performing something of value for the child, such as a song or a dance.

  • To Recommend - It conveys the idea of offering advice and guidance to the child as they grow up.

  • To Offer - It conveys the idea of offering something of value to the child, such as love, support, and guidance.

  • To Present - It conveys the idea of presenting something of value to the child, such as a gift or a blessing.

  • To Accomplish - It conveys the idea of achieving something of value for the child, such as a goal or a dream.

means "profound, mysterious, dark."

  • Dark, Black - A dark color with a hint of red.

  • Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.

  • Distant - Something that is faint and far away.

  • Heaven - The color of the sky.

  • North - The direction of north.

Name ideas examples

  • Dark, Black - A color that symbolizes strength and power.

  • Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.

  • Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.

  • Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.

  • North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.

蒼玄- Sougen -

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means "blue, pale, unripe."

  • Blue - A deep blue color.

  • Thrive - The way plants and trees thrive in a blue hue.

  • Aging - The way someone looks when they are old and their hair is mixed with white.

  • Hurried - The way someone looks when they are in a hurry.

Name ideas examples

  • Blue - A beautiful and calming color that symbolizes peace and tranquility.

  • Thrive - A reminder to the child to strive and grow in life.

  • Aging - A reminder to the child to appreciate the wisdom and experience of the elderly.

  • Hurried - A reminder to the child to take their time and not rush through life.

means "profound, mysterious, dark."

  • Dark, Black - A dark color with a hint of red.

  • Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.

  • Distant - Something that is faint and far away.

  • Heaven - The color of the sky.

  • North - The direction of north.

Name ideas examples

  • Dark, Black - A color that symbolizes strength and power.

  • Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.

  • Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.

  • Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.

  • North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.

双玄- Sougen -

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means "twin, double."

  • Two - Refers to two of something, either in terms of quantity or in terms of a pair.

  • Pair - Refers to two things that are part of a set or a pair.

  • Equivalent - Refers to two things that have equal power or strength.

  • Matching - Refers to two things that are equal or can compete with each other.

  • Counter - Refers to a numerical suffix used to count the number of pairs of something.

Name ideas examples

  • Two - Symbolizes the bond between two people, such as a parent and child.

  • Pair - Symbolizes the connection between two people, such as a couple.

  • Equivalent - Symbolizes the balance between two people, such as a brother and sister.

  • Matching - Symbolizes the harmony between two people, such as a husband and wife.

means "profound, mysterious, dark."

  • Dark, Black - A dark color with a hint of red.

  • Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.

  • Distant - Something that is faint and far away.

  • Heaven - The color of the sky.

  • North - The direction of north.

Name ideas examples

  • Dark, Black - A color that symbolizes strength and power.

  • Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.

  • Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.

  • Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.

  • North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.

想弦- Sougen -

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means "thought, idea, concept."

  • Think - To think or ponder in one's mind.

  • Consider - To contemplate or reflect upon.

  • Contemplate - To think deeply or carefully about something.

Name ideas examples

  • Thoughtful - Showing consideration and care for others.

  • Intuitive - Having the ability to understand or know something without conscious reasoning.

  • Insightful - Having or showing an ability to understand and think deeply about a situation.

means "string, chord."

  • Bowstring - A string that is attached to a bow.

  • Instrument String - A string that is attached to a musical instrument.

  • Crescent Moon - A half-circle shape resembling a bow with a string attached.

  • Hypotenuse - The longest side of a right-angled triangle.

Name ideas examples

  • Bowstring - A strong and resilient symbol of protection and security.

  • Instrument String - A reminder of the beauty of music and the joy of creating it.

  • Crescent Moon - A symbol of new beginnings and hope for the future.

  • Hypotenuse - A reminder of the importance of balance and stability in life.

双彦- Sougen -

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means "twin, double."

  • Two - Refers to two of something, either in terms of quantity or in terms of a pair.

  • Pair - Refers to two things that are part of a set or a pair.

  • Equivalent - Refers to two things that have equal power or strength.

  • Matching - Refers to two things that are equal or can compete with each other.

  • Counter - Refers to a numerical suffix used to count the number of pairs of something.

Name ideas examples

  • Two - Symbolizes the bond between two people, such as a parent and child.

  • Pair - Symbolizes the connection between two people, such as a couple.

  • Equivalent - Symbolizes the balance between two people, such as a brother and sister.

  • Matching - Symbolizes the harmony between two people, such as a husband and wife.

means "young man, boy."

  • A Handsome Man - This refers to a man who is attractive in both physical appearance and character.

  • A Man Of Virtue - This refers to a man who is honorable and has a strong moral code.

  • A Man Of Wisdom - This refers to a man who is knowledgeable and has a deep understanding of the world.

  • A Man Of Distinction - This refers to a man who stands out from the crowd due to his intelligence, wisdom, and virtue.

Name ideas examples

  • A Handsome Man - It conveys a sense of admiration and respect for the child. It implies that the child is strong, capable, and has good character.

  • A Wise Man - It implies that the child is intelligent and has the potential to become a wise leader. It also conveys a sense of respect and admiration for the child.

  • A Noble Man - It implies that the child is honorable and has a strong sense of morality. It also conveys a sense of respect and admiration for the child.

  • A Virtuous Man - It implies that the child is virtuous and has a strong sense of morality. It also conveys a sense of respect and admiration for the child.

  • A Respectable Man - It implies that the child is respectable and has a strong sense of morality. It also conveys a sense of respect and admiration for the child.

宗源- Sougen -

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means "religion, sect, denomination."

  • Ancestors - A family with the same ancestors.

  • Origin - The root or center of something.

  • Respect - To revere and honor.

  • Religion - The teachings of a founder or the beliefs of a group that follows them.

Name ideas examples

  • Ancestors - This kanji that honors the family's ancestors and their legacy.

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the beginning of something new and special.

  • Respect - This kanji that conveys respect and admiration for those who have come before.

  • Religion - This kanji that reflects the beliefs of the family's faith.

means "source, origin."

  • Origin - The source from which a stream of water flows

  • Search - To ask

  • Genji - A reference to the Genji clan.

Name ideas examples

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the beginning of something new and special.

  • Search - This kanji that symbolizes the search for knowledge and understanding.

  • Genji - This kanji that symbolizes the strength and courage of the Genji clan.

湊絃- Sougen -

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means "harbor, port."

  • To Gather - To bring people or things together.

  • Harbor - A place where ships dock.

  • Gathering Place - A place where ships come together.

Name ideas examples

  • Unity - Symbolizing the coming together of family and friends.

  • Harbor - Representing a safe and secure place for the baby.

  • Gathering - Representing the gathering of people and things around the baby.

means "string, cord, wire."

Name ideas examples

  • Thread - Symbolizing the connection between family members and the strength of the bond.

  • Strings - Representing the harmony of life and the beauty of music.

  • Stringed Instruments - Representing the joy of making music and the power of creativity.

壮倹- Sougen -

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means "majestic, robust, heroic."

  • Young And Energetic Man - Refers to a man in his late twenties or early thirties.

  • Vigorous - Full of energy and enthusiasm.

  • Bold - Showing courage and confidence.

  • Impressive - Having a strong impact.

  • Grand - Impressive and majestic in size or appearance.

Name ideas examples

  • Strong - This kanji conveys the idea of strength and vigor, which is a great quality to have in life. It is also a great name for a baby, as it conveys the idea of a strong and healthy child.

  • Vigorous - This kanji conveys the idea of vigor and energy, which is a great quality to have in life. It is also a great name for a baby, as it conveys the idea of a vigorous and energetic child.

  • Robust - This kanji conveys the idea of robustness and resilience, which is a great quality to have in life. It is also a great name for a baby, as it conveys the idea of a robust and resilient child.

  • Bold - This kanji conveys the idea of boldness and courage, which is a great quality to have in life. It is also a great name for a baby, as it conveys the idea of a bold and courageous child.

  • Grand - This kanji conveys the idea of grandeur and magnificence, which is a great quality to have in life. It is also a great name for a baby, as it conveys the idea of a grand and magnificent child.

means "frugal, thrifty."

  • Modest - Refers to a restrained and frugal lifestyle.

  • Humble - Refers to an attitude of humility and respect.

  • Frugal - Refers to avoiding wasteful spending and living a simple life.

  • Poor - Refers to having limited resources.

  • Unfavorable - Refers to a lack of success or a lack of crops.

Name ideas examples

  • Modest - This kanji conveys a sense of modesty and humility, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have.

  • Frugal - This kanji also implies a sense of frugality and thriftiness, which can be beneficial for a baby to learn early on.

  • Humble - The kanji also suggests a sense of humility, which is a desirable trait for a baby to have.

  • Diligent - The kanji implies a sense of diligence and hard work, which can be beneficial for a baby to learn early on.

  • Poor - The kanji also suggests a sense of poverty, which can be a reminder to the baby to strive for a better life.

  • Unfortunate - The kanji also implies a sense of misfortune, which can be a reminder to the baby to strive for a better life.

宗言- Sougen -

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means "religion, sect, denomination."

  • Ancestors - A family with the same ancestors.

  • Origin - The root or center of something.

  • Respect - To revere and honor.

  • Religion - The teachings of a founder or the beliefs of a group that follows them.

Name ideas examples

  • Ancestors - This kanji that honors the family's ancestors and their legacy.

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the beginning of something new and special.

  • Respect - This kanji that conveys respect and admiration for those who have come before.

  • Religion - This kanji that reflects the beliefs of the family's faith.

means "word, language, to say."

  • To Speak - To express one's thoughts and feelings through words.

  • Words - A unit of language that carries meaning and conveys information.

  • Self - A word used to refer to oneself.

  • Here - A word used to give emphasis or to adjust the tone of a sentence.

Name ideas examples

  • Speak - To encourage the baby to express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings.

  • Words - To remind the baby of the power of language and the importance of using words wisely.

  • Self - To remind the baby to be confident and proud of who they are.

  • Here - To remind the baby to be present and mindful in the moment.

湊舷- Sougen -

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means "harbor, port."

  • To Gather - To bring people or things together.

  • Harbor - A place where ships dock.

  • Gathering Place - A place where ships come together.

Name ideas examples

  • Unity - Symbolizing the coming together of family and friends.

  • Harbor - Representing a safe and secure place for the baby.

  • Gathering - Representing the gathering of people and things around the baby.

means "gunwale, side of a ship."

  • Ship's Side - Refers to the sides of a ship.

  • Gunwale - The upper edge of the side of a boat or ship.

Name ideas examples

  • Stability - Refers to the stability of a ship, which can be seen as a metaphor for the stability of a person's life.

  • Strength - Refers to the strength of a ship, which can be seen as a metaphor for the strength of a person's character.

  • Endurance - Refers to the endurance of a ship, which can be seen as a metaphor for the endurance of a person's spirit.

宗元- Sougen -

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means "religion, sect, denomination."

  • Ancestors - A family with the same ancestors.

  • Origin - The root or center of something.

  • Respect - To revere and honor.

  • Religion - The teachings of a founder or the beliefs of a group that follows them.

Name ideas examples

  • Ancestors - This kanji that honors the family's ancestors and their legacy.

  • Origin - This kanji that symbolizes the beginning of something new and special.

  • Respect - This kanji that conveys respect and admiration for those who have come before.

  • Religion - This kanji that reflects the beliefs of the family's faith.

means "origin, beginning, former, ex."

Name ideas examples

  • Origin, Source - To signify the beginning of a new life.

  • Head, Chief - To signify the importance of the baby in the family.

  • Long, Elder - To signify the baby's place as the eldest in the family.

  • People, Crowd - To signify the baby's place in the community.

総玄- Sougen -

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means "total, overall, general."

  • All - Encompassing everything.

  • Whole - Encompassing the entirety of something.

  • Everyone - Encompassing all people.

  • Together - Encompassing all things in unison.

  • Gather - To bring together.

  • Consolidate - To bring together into one.

  • Govern - To rule over.

  • Enforce - To impose rules and regulations.

  • Dominate - To have control over.

  • Connect - To link together.

  • Ornament - A decoration made by tying together threads.

Name ideas examples

  • All - Symbolizing the encompassing love of a parent for their child.

  • Whole - Symbolizing the completeness of a family.

  • Together - Symbolizing the unity of a family.

  • Connect - Symbolizing the bond between parent and child.

means "profound, mysterious, dark."

  • Dark, Black - A dark color with a hint of red.

  • Deep, Mysterious - Something that is profound and mysterious.

  • Distant - Something that is faint and far away.

  • Heaven - The color of the sky.

  • North - The direction of north.

Name ideas examples

  • Dark, Black - A color that symbolizes strength and power.

  • Deep, Mysterious - This kanji that conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue.

  • Distant - This kanji that conveys a sense of distance and remoteness.

  • Heaven - This kanji that symbolizes beauty and grace.

  • North - This kanji that symbolizes direction and guidance.

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