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Takkun(たっくん)
Runchan( るんちゃん)
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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 "Takuru," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
卓 means "table, desk, stand."
Outstanding - Of exceptional quality or ability
High - Having a great or considerable extent or reach upward or vertically
Table - A piece of furniture consisting of a flat, level surface supported by legs, used to hold objects of various kinds.
Outstanding - Suggesting or characterized by excellence, remarkable.
High - Having a great or considerable extent or reach upward or vertically, lofty.
Table - A symbol of stability and support.
留 means "detain, stop, remain."
巧 means "skill, adroit, clever."
Skillful - Having great skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Craftsmanship - The skill and ability to create something of high quality.
Technique - A method or skill used to achieve a particular goal.
Delicious - Pleasantly pleasing to the taste.
Deceptive - Intended to deceive or mislead.
Showy - Ostentatious or designed to attract attention.
Skillful - This kanji that conveys the idea of having great skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Craftsmanship - This kanji that conveys the idea of having the skill and ability to create something of high quality.
Technique - This kanji that conveys the idea of having a method or skill used to achieve a particular goal.
Delicious - This kanji that conveys the idea of being pleasantly pleasing to the taste.
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
Flow - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Spread - It symbolizes the idea of spreading joy and happiness. It can also represent the idea of sharing knowledge and wisdom with others.
Transmit - It symbolizes the idea of passing on knowledge and wisdom to the next generation. It can also represent the idea of connecting people and cultures.
Exile - It symbolizes the idea of being exiled from one's home. It can also represent the idea of being forced to leave one's home and start anew.
Stream - It symbolizes the idea of a continuous, steady flow of life. It can also represent the idea of a journey, with the baby being the one who is flowing through life.
Kin - It symbolizes the idea of family and community
巧 means "skill, adroit, clever."
Skillful - Having great skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Craftsmanship - The skill and ability to create something of high quality.
Technique - A method or skill used to achieve a particular goal.
Delicious - Pleasantly pleasing to the taste.
Deceptive - Intended to deceive or mislead.
Showy - Ostentatious or designed to attract attention.
Skillful - This kanji that conveys the idea of having great skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Craftsmanship - This kanji that conveys the idea of having the skill and ability to create something of high quality.
Technique - This kanji that conveys the idea of having a method or skill used to achieve a particular goal.
Delicious - This kanji that conveys the idea of being pleasantly pleasing to the taste.
琉 means "gemstone, precious stone."
Jewel - A type of gemstone called "Ruri" (琉璃).
巧 means "skill, adroit, clever."
Skillful - Having great skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Craftsmanship - The skill and ability to create something of high quality.
Technique - A method or skill used to achieve a particular goal.
Delicious - Pleasantly pleasing to the taste.
Deceptive - Intended to deceive or mislead.
Showy - Ostentatious or designed to attract attention.
Skillful - This kanji that conveys the idea of having great skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Craftsmanship - This kanji that conveys the idea of having the skill and ability to create something of high quality.
Technique - This kanji that conveys the idea of having a method or skill used to achieve a particular goal.
Delicious - This kanji that conveys the idea of being pleasantly pleasing to the taste.
留 means "detain, stop, remain."
拓 means "pioneering, opening up."
Open, Unlock - To open or unlock something with one's hands.
Expand, Spread Out - To spread out or expand something with one's hands.
Push - To push something with one's hands.
Rubbing - To make a rubbing of a stone monument or other carved object by placing paper or other material over it and pressing it down.
Openness - To be open to new ideas and experiences.
Expansion - To have a broad outlook and be willing to explore new possibilities.
Strength - To have the strength and courage to face any challenge.
Elevation - To strive for higher goals and reach for greater heights.
Preservation - To preserve and honor the past while looking to the future.
Grasping - To have the ability to grasp and understand new concepts.
瑠 means "lapis lazuli."
Jewel - Used to refer to the gemstone "lapis lazuli" (瑠璃).
Precious - Symbolizing the preciousness of a baby.
Gemstone - Representing the beauty and rarity of a baby.
Brilliance - Signifying the brilliance and sparkle of a baby.
拓 means "pioneering, opening up."
Open, Unlock - To open or unlock something with one's hands.
Expand, Spread Out - To spread out or expand something with one's hands.
Push - To push something with one's hands.
Rubbing - To make a rubbing of a stone monument or other carved object by placing paper or other material over it and pressing it down.
Openness - To be open to new ideas and experiences.
Expansion - To have a broad outlook and be willing to explore new possibilities.
Strength - To have the strength and courage to face any challenge.
Elevation - To strive for higher goals and reach for greater heights.
Preservation - To preserve and honor the past while looking to the future.
Grasping - To have the ability to grasp and understand new concepts.
留 means "detain, stop, remain."
琢 means "flood, deluge, inundation."
To Polish - To refine or hone a skill or knowledge.
To Strike - To hit or tap something.
To Shape - To form or arrange something into a desired shape.
To Select - To choose or pick something.
To Decorate - To adorn or embellish something.
To Polish - It implies that the child will be polished and refined in their life, and will strive to become the best version of themselves.
To Strike - It implies that the child will be strong and determined in their life, and will strive to achieve their goals.
To Shape - It implies that the child will be shaped and molded in their life, and will strive to become the person they want to be.
To Refine - It implies that the child will be refined and perfected in their life, and will strive to become the best version of themselves.
To Select - It implies that the child will be selective and discerning in their life, and will strive to make the best decisions.
To Decorate - It implies that the child will be decorated and adorned in their life, and will strive to make the most of their life.
留 means "detain, stop, remain."
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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