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Japanese boy(male) nameTenshi
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:てんし
  • Katakanatip:テンシ
  • English transcriptionstip:Tenshi
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Tenten(てんてん)Click to speech てんてんShi-chan( しーちゃん)Click to speech  しーちゃんTenkun( てんくん)Click to speech  てんくん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

Kanji Names & Meanings - 5 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 "Tenshi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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天志- Tenshi -

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means "heaven, sky, imperial, celestial."

  • Rain, Sky, Universe - The ruler of all things, the laws of nature, and the place where gods and Buddhas reside.

  • Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.

  • Emperor, King - One who has been given the mandate of Heaven.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - The state of the sky or the atmosphere.

Name ideas examples

  • Rain, Sky - Representing the vastness of the universe and the beauty of nature.

  • Birthright - Representing the natural gifts and talents that a child is born with.

  • Emperor, King - Representing the power and authority of a leader.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - Representing the ever-changing nature of life.

means "aspiration, ambition, goal."

  • Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.

  • Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.

  • Record - To remember or recall.

  • Document - To record or document.

  • Writings - A record written down. A book.

  • Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.

Name ideas examples

  • Ambition - It conveys the idea of having a strong desire to achieve something. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to strive for their goals and to never give up.

  • Determination - It conveys the idea of having a strong will and dedication to reach a certain goal. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to stay focused and never give up.

  • Memory - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to remember things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always remember the important things in life.

  • Record - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to record and document things. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always document their experiences and achievements.

  • Writing - It conveys the idea of having a strong ability to write and express oneself. It can also be seen as a reminder to the child to always express their thoughts and feelings.

殿子- Tenshi -

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殿 means "lord, palace, hall."

  • Large Building - A large building used as a residence for the emperor or nobility.

  • Title Of Respect - A title of respect used for a lord or noble person.

  • Expression Of Respect - A phrase used to express respect when addressing someone else's name.

  • Rear Guard - A military unit that protects the retreating army from enemy pursuit by taking up the rear position.

Name ideas examples

  • Respectful - This kanji conveys a sense of respect and honor, making it a suitable name for a baby. It can be used to show respect for the baby's parents or other important people in their life.

  • Protection - The kanji also has a meaning of protection, which is a great sentiment to give to a baby. It can be used to show that the baby will be protected and cared for throughout their life.

  • Strength - The kanji also has a meaning of strength, which is a great sentiment to give to a baby. It can be used to show that the baby will be strong and resilient throughout their life.

  • Loyalty - The kanji also has a meaning of loyalty, which is a great sentiment to give to a baby. It can be used to show that the baby will be loyal and devoted to their family and friends throughout their life.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

天使- Tenshi -

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means "heaven, sky, imperial, celestial."

  • Rain, Sky, Universe - The ruler of all things, the laws of nature, and the place where gods and Buddhas reside.

  • Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.

  • Emperor, King - One who has been given the mandate of Heaven.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - The state of the sky or the atmosphere.

Name ideas examples

  • Rain, Sky - Representing the vastness of the universe and the beauty of nature.

  • Birthright - Representing the natural gifts and talents that a child is born with.

  • Emperor, King - Representing the power and authority of a leader.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - Representing the ever-changing nature of life.

使 means "use, employ, send, dispatch."

Name ideas examples

  • Use - To use one's talents and abilities to their fullest potential.

  • Cause - To bring about positive change in the world.

  • Assume - To take on responsibility and be a leader.

  • Messenger - To be a messenger of peace and understanding.

  • Send - To send out love and kindness to others.

殿使- Tenshi -

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殿 means "lord, palace, hall."

  • Large Building - A large building used as a residence for the emperor or nobility.

  • Title Of Respect - A title of respect used for a lord or noble person.

  • Expression Of Respect - A phrase used to express respect when addressing someone else's name.

  • Rear Guard - A military unit that protects the retreating army from enemy pursuit by taking up the rear position.

Name ideas examples

  • Respectful - This kanji conveys a sense of respect and honor, making it a suitable name for a baby. It can be used to show respect for the baby's parents or other important people in their life.

  • Protection - The kanji also has a meaning of protection, which is a great sentiment to give to a baby. It can be used to show that the baby will be protected and cared for throughout their life.

  • Strength - The kanji also has a meaning of strength, which is a great sentiment to give to a baby. It can be used to show that the baby will be strong and resilient throughout their life.

  • Loyalty - The kanji also has a meaning of loyalty, which is a great sentiment to give to a baby. It can be used to show that the baby will be loyal and devoted to their family and friends throughout their life.

使 means "use, employ, send, dispatch."

Name ideas examples

  • Use - To use one's talents and abilities to their fullest potential.

  • Cause - To bring about positive change in the world.

  • Assume - To take on responsibility and be a leader.

  • Messenger - To be a messenger of peace and understanding.

  • Send - To send out love and kindness to others.

天子- Tenshi -

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means "heaven, sky, imperial, celestial."

  • Rain, Sky, Universe - The ruler of all things, the laws of nature, and the place where gods and Buddhas reside.

  • Birthright - Something that is inherited or naturally given.

  • Emperor, King - One who has been given the mandate of Heaven.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - The state of the sky or the atmosphere.

Name ideas examples

  • Rain, Sky - Representing the vastness of the universe and the beauty of nature.

  • Birthright - Representing the natural gifts and talents that a child is born with.

  • Emperor, King - Representing the power and authority of a leader.

  • Weather, Atmosphere - Representing the ever-changing nature of life.

means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female Name - Used as a female name.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.

  • Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.

  • Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.

  • Small Thing - A small or fine thing.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.

  • Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.

Name ideas examples

  • Child - A child born from parents.

  • Female - Used as a name for a female.

  • Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.

  • Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.

  • Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.

  • Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.

  • Small - Something small or fine.

  • Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).

  • Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.

  • Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac

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