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Japanese girl(female) nameTeru
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  • Gender:Female
  • Hiraganatip:てる
  • Katakanatip:テル
  • English transcriptionstip:Teru
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Terun(てるん)Click to speech てるんTeruchan( てるちゃん)Click to speech てるちゃんTeruko( てるこ)Click to speech てるこ

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. Japanese boy(male) nameSee the boys' version here.

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

Kanji Names & Meanings - 6 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 "Teru," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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輝- Teru -

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輝 means "radiance, brilliance."

  • Shine - To emit or reflect light, to be bright and radiant.

  • Illuminate - To light up, to make something visible or clear.

  • Glow - To emit a steady, bright light.

  • Radiance - A bright, glowing light.

  • Splendor - Magnificent and dazzling beauty.

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  • Shine - To bring brightness and joy to the world.

  • Illuminate - To bring clarity and understanding to the world.

  • Glow - To bring warmth and comfort to the world.

  • Radiance - To bring beauty and light to the world.

  • Splendor - To bring grandeur and magnificence to the world.

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光- Teru -

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光 means "light, radiance."

  • Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.

  • Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.

  • Scene - Appearance, state.

  • Blessing - Benefit, grace.

  • Time - Moment, date.

  • Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)

Name ideas examples

  • Light - Symbolizing brightness, hope, and optimism.

  • Honor - Representing a life of distinction and respect.

  • Blessing - Signifying a life of abundance and grace.

  • Time - Representing the preciousness of life.

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瑛- Teru -

Beauty
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瑛 means "brightness, clarity, sparkle."

  • Beautiful And Transparent Gem - A gem that is beautiful and transparent in appearance.

  • Crystal - A type of mineral composed of a lattice of atoms that is transparent and often used in jewelry.

  • Light Of The Gem - The light that is emitted from a gem.

Name ideas examples

  • Crystal - This kanji that symbolizes clarity, purity, and strength.

  • Gem - This kanji that symbolizes beauty, value, and rarity.

  • Light - This kanji that symbolizes brightness, hope, and guidance.

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皓- Teru -

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皓 means "brightness, luminance, brilliance."

  • White - Having a pure, bright, and luminous white color.

  • Pure - Clean, clear, and unblemished.

  • Radiant - Emitting a bright and shining light.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Having a cheerful and cheerful disposition.

  • Luminous - Radiating a bright and beautiful light.

  • Pristine - Having a pure and unspoiled quality.

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耀- Teru -

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耀 means "radiance, brilliance, shining."

  • Shine - To emit or reflect light, to be bright and radiant.

  • Illuminate - To make something clear or understandable, to shed light on a subject.

  • Radiance - A bright, glowing light or luster.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - Possessing a cheerful, lively, and radiant disposition.

  • Radiant - Having a bright, glowing, and cheerful appearance.

  • Luminous - Possessing a bright, glowing, and radiant light.

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明來- Teru -

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明 means "bright, clear, obvious."

  • Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.

  • Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.

  • Reveal - To make something known or clear.

  • Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.

  • Next - Refers to the following day or year.

  • Lamp, Light - An object used to make something bright.

  • World - Refers to the current world.

  • Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.

Name ideas examples

  • Bright - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is associated with light and clarity. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.

  • Clear - This meaning is associated with clarity and understanding. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of intelligence and insight.

  • Reveal - This meaning is associated with uncovering the truth and making something known. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of curiosity and exploration.

  • Dawn - This meaning is associated with the beginning of a new day and the start of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of freshness and renewal.

  • Light - This meaning is associated with illumination and brightness. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of optimism and hope.

  • Next - This meaning is associated with the future and the coming of something new. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of anticipation and excitement.

  • Chinese Dynasty - This meaning is associated with the Chinese dynasties of the past. It is a great choice for a baby name as it conveys a sense of history and tradition.

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來 means "come, arrive."

  • To Come - To arrive or come to a place.

  • To Bring - To bring something or someone to a place.

  • From The Past To The Present - Refers to the time period from a certain point in the past to the present.

  • Into The Future - Refers to the time period that has yet to come.

  • A Particle - Used in the middle or end of a sentence to give it a certain tone. It is usually not read in the kunyomi reading.

  • To Encourage - To motivate or encourage someone.

Name ideas examples

  • Arrival - To come or arrive, often from a distant place.

  • Blessing - To wish good fortune or success upon someone.

  • Encouragement - To give someone support, confidence, or hope.

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