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Tsuguchan(つぐちゃん)
Hitokun( ひとくん)
Tsuguhitokun( つぐひとくん)![]()
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 "Tsuguhito," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
亜 means "sub-, inferior, second to, asia."
Second - Used to refer to the second position in a sequence.
Subordinate - Used to refer to a lower level unit in the basic unit of biological classification such as phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.
Low Oxidation - Used to refer to a compound with a low degree of oxidation.
Asia - An abbreviation for "Asia"
Second - This kanji implies that the baby is the second in rank or order, suggesting that they are special and unique.
Close - This kanji implies that the baby is a close relative or friend, suggesting that they are loved and cherished.
Fellow - This kanji implies that the baby is a fellow member of the same class or kind, suggesting that they are part of a larger group.
人 means "person, human."
Individual - Each person, one by one.
Counting People - Words used to count people, such as one person (hitori) and two people (futari).
Person - A symbol of a unique individual, with the potential to make a difference in the world.
Human - A reminder of the importance of being kind and compassionate to others.
Individual - A reminder of the importance of standing out and being true to oneself.
Counting People - A reminder of the importance of cherishing relationships and counting one's blessings.
嗣 means "heir, succeed, inherit."
To Succeed - To take over and continue the legacy of a family or lineage.
To Inherit - To receive something from a predecessor, such as a title, property, or responsibility.
To Follow - To take up the mantle of a predecessor and continue their work.
To Preserve - To maintain the traditions and customs of a family or lineage.
To Continue - To keep the legacy of a family or lineage alive.
To Succeed - It implies that the child will be successful in life and will carry on the family legacy.
To Inherit - It implies that the child will inherit the family's traditions and values.
To Follow - It implies that the child will follow in the footsteps of their parents and ancestors.
To Continue - It implies that the child will continue the family's legacy and traditions.
To Preserve - It implies that the child will preserve the family's traditions and values.
士 means "samurai, warrior, gentleman."
Official - Refers to a mid-level official or an official in charge of a court.
Duty - Refers to performing duties or serving in an official capacity.
Scholar - Refers to a person with excellent knowledge and learning.
Gentleman - Refers to a respectable man. It is also a term of endearment for men.
Samurai - Refers to a warrior.
Qualified Person - Refers to a person with certain qualifications or skills.
A Man Of Knowledge And Wisdom - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great intelligence and understanding.
A Man Of Honor - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great integrity and respect.
A Man Of Distinction - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great accomplishment and success.
A Man Of Courage - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great bravery and strength.
A Man Of Virtue - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great morality and righteousness.
A Man Of Justice - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great fairness and justice.
A Man Of Loyalty - It implies that the child will grow up to be a person of great loyalty and dedication.
次 means "next, following."
Second - Following something or someone in order.
Follow - To come after something or someone in order.
In Order - To arrange something in a particular order.
Count - To keep track of numbers or amounts.
Camp - To stay in a place with an army.
Stay - To stay in a place for a period of time.
Second - A reminder to strive to be the best and to never give up.
Follow - To remind the child to stay on the right path and to never give up.
In Order - To remind the child to stay organized and to always strive for excellence.
Count - To remind the child to always be mindful of their actions and to strive for success.
仁 means "humanity, benevolence, kindness."
Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.
Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others.
Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others.
Person - An individual human being.
Fruit - The seed of a fruit.
Compassion - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others, and being understanding and caring.
Affection - Showing fondness and love towards others, and being warm and loving.
Humanity - Showing kindness and understanding towards others, and being generous and considerate.
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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.
Households
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