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Tsumukun(つむくん)
Tsumuchan( つむちゃん)
Gigi( ぎぎ)![]()
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls.
See the girls' version here.
This name is also used as a surname:
Tsumugi
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 "Tsumugi," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
紡 means "spin, weave, create."
Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread.
To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.
Weave - To form fabric by interlacing threads.
Create - To make something from raw materials.
Spin - Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
To Spin - The act of spin represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spin with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Weave - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Spun Thread - Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spun thread throughout life.
希 means "hope, rare, few."
Faint, Dim - Something that is barely visible or barely audible.
Greece - An abbreviation for the country name "Greece".
Hope - Hope represents optimism, faith in the future, and the light that guides through darkness. May your child live in hope, carrying light through every darkness.
Rare - Rare - Uncommon; scarce - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rare throughout life.
Few - Few represents selectivity, quality over quantity, and treasured intimacy. May your child choose quality over quantity, treasuring deep connections.
Faint, Dim - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Greece - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
紡 means "spin, weave, create."
Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread.
To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.
Weave - To form fabric by interlacing threads.
Create - To make something from raw materials.
Spin - Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
To Spin - The act of spin represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spin with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Weave - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Spun Thread - Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spun thread throughout life.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
紡 means "spin, weave, create."
Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread.
To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.
Weave - To form fabric by interlacing threads.
Create - To make something from raw materials.
Spin - Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
To Spin - The act of spin represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spin with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Weave - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Spun Thread - Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spun thread throughout life.
伎 means "skill, art, performer."
Art - A craft requiring special ability.
Performer - One who performs artistic works.
Craftsman - A person who is skilled in a particular craft or trade.
Performance - The action or process of performing a task or activity.
Work - Physical or mental effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.
Skill - Skill - Technical Ability; expertise - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skill throughout life.
Art - Art and craft represent creativity, skill, and the joy of making. May your child create beauty and meaning through their work.
Performer - Performer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the performer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Craftsman - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Performance - Performance represents showing one's abilities, artistic expression, and accomplishment. May your child perform well in all they undertake and share their gifts.
Work - Working represents effort, contribution, and meaningful labor. May your child work with purpose and find satisfaction in effort.
紡 means "spin, weave, create."
Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread.
To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.
Weave - To form fabric by interlacing threads.
Create - To make something from raw materials.
Spin - Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
To Spin - The act of spin represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spin with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Weave - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Spun Thread - Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spun thread throughout life.
生 means "to live, alive, life."
To Give Birth - To be Born; to produce; to create; to occur.
Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced.
Scholar - A title for learned people; teacher.
To Give Birth - Birth represents new beginnings, potential, and the miracle of new life. May your child bring new beginnings wherever they go, birthing fresh possibilities.
To Grow - Growing represents continuous improvement, development, and reaching potential. May your child never stop growing, always reaching toward greater potential.
To Reside - The act of reside represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child reside with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Alive - Being alive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be alive, letting this quality guide their path.
Life - Life is the precious gift, the journey of experiences that shapes who we become. May your child live fully, treasuring every moment of this precious gift.
Humble Self - Humility is the foundation of learning and the source of true greatness. May your child be humble, knowing that humility opens the door to wisdom.
Innate - Innate - From Birth; natural disposition - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of innate throughout life.
Opera Role - Historical periods remind us to learn from the past while building the future. May your child appreciate history and contribute to their own era.
Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.
Raw - Raw - Unprocessed; unripe; inexperienced - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of raw throughout life.
Scholar - Scholars dedicate themselves to learning and the preservation of knowledge. May your child embrace learning with passion and share knowledge generously.
Student - Student - One who learns; a pupil - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of student throughout life.
紡 means "spin, weave, create."
Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread.
To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.
Weave - To form fabric by interlacing threads.
Create - To make something from raw materials.
Spin - Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
To Spin - The act of spin represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spin with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Weave - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Spun Thread - Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spun thread throughout life.
祇 means "earth deity, only."
Only - Used for emphasis and limitation.
Country God - A god of a country, often associated with protection and prosperity.
Emphasis - Read as "Tada...Nomi", it is used to emphasize or limit something.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Only - Being the only one represents uniqueness, specialness, and irreplaceable value. May your child know they are the only one of their kind, uniquely valuable.
Country God - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Emphasis - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
紡 means "spin, weave, create."
Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread.
To Spin - Combining fibers such as hemp, cotton, and silk to make thread.
Weave - To form fabric by interlacing threads.
Create - To make something from raw materials.
Spin - Spin - To draw out and twist fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
To Spin - The act of spin represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child spin with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Weave - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Create - Creating represents bringing into existence, innovation, and expression. May your child create beauty, value, and meaning in the world.
Spun Thread - Spun Thread - The thread that has been spun - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spun thread throughout life.
紀 means "chronicle, era, order."
Chronicle - Chronicle - A record of events - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of chronicle throughout life.
Era - Eras mark significant periods of change and development in history. May your child live meaningfully in their era, contributing to its legacy.
Order - Order represents harmony, organization, and the structure that enables progress. May your child bring order and harmony to the situations they encounter.
Record, Document - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.
Rule, Law - Ruling represents responsible authority, justice, and ordered governance. May your child rule themselves first, then lead others with justice.
Year, Age - Years mark growth, accumulate wisdom, and measure the journey of life. May your child's years be many and fruitful, each one adding wisdom.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
伎 means "skill, art, performer."
Art - A craft requiring special ability.
Performer - One who performs artistic works.
Craftsman - A person who is skilled in a particular craft or trade.
Performance - The action or process of performing a task or activity.
Work - Physical or mental effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.
Skill - Skill - Technical Ability; expertise - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skill throughout life.
Art - Art and craft represent creativity, skill, and the joy of making. May your child create beauty and meaning through their work.
Performer - Performer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the performer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Craftsman - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Performance - Performance represents showing one's abilities, artistic expression, and accomplishment. May your child perform well in all they undertake and share their gifts.
Work - Working represents effort, contribution, and meaningful labor. May your child work with purpose and find satisfaction in effort.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
希 means "hope, rare, few."
Faint, Dim - Something that is barely visible or barely audible.
Greece - An abbreviation for the country name "Greece".
Hope - Hope represents optimism, faith in the future, and the light that guides through darkness. May your child live in hope, carrying light through every darkness.
Rare - Rare - Uncommon; scarce - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rare throughout life.
Few - Few represents selectivity, quality over quantity, and treasured intimacy. May your child choose quality over quantity, treasuring deep connections.
Faint, Dim - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Greece - Noble titles carry both honor and responsibility to serve others. May your child carry themselves with dignity and serve others honorably.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
祇 means "earth deity, only."
Only - Used for emphasis and limitation.
Country God - A god of a country, often associated with protection and prosperity.
Emphasis - Read as "Tada...Nomi", it is used to emphasize or limit something.
Earth Deity - Earth represents nurturing, grounding, and the foundation upon which all life depends. May your child be grounded in earth's wisdom, nurturing others with steady, reliable love.
Only - Being the only one represents uniqueness, specialness, and irreplaceable value. May your child know they are the only one of their kind, uniquely valuable.
Country God - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Emphasis - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
稀 means "rare, thin."
Dilute - Make (a liquid) thinner or weaker by adding water or another solvent.
Rare - Rare - Uncommon; faint; sparse - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of rare throughout life.
Thin - Thinned and diluted represents distributed influence and wider reach. May your child extend their influence widely.
Dilute - Dilution represents spreading influence, softening intensity, and gentle application. May your child apply strength gently.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
義 means "righteousness, justice, meaning."
Righteousness - The Right Way; moral correctness.
Adopted - Not by blood but by bond.
Adoptive - Treating something as a family member even though there is no blood relation. For example
Appropriate - Suitable for a particular situation or purpose.
Correct - Acting in accordance with the truth or facts.
Duty - What one ought to do; obligation.
Good - Acting in a way that is beneficial or desirable.
Translation - Expressing the same idea in another language.
Righteousness - Righteousness means moral correctness and standing firmly for what is right. May your child walk the righteous path, standing firm for justice and truth.
Justice - Justice means fairness and righteousness, standing up for what is right and equitable. May your child champion justice, standing firm for fairness and the rights of all.
Meaning - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Adopted - Adopted - Not by blood but by bond - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of adopted throughout life.
Adoptive - Being adoptive represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be adoptive, letting this quality guide their path.
Appropriate - Appropriate - Suitable for a particular situation or purpose - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of appropriate throughout life.
Correct - Correctness represents accuracy, righteousness, and alignment with truth. May your child always seek what is correct, living in alignment with truth.
Duty - Duty represents responsibility, obligation, and honorable commitment. May your child fulfill their duties with honor and dedication.
Good - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.
Translation - Translation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of translation.
紬 means "pongee, spin, extract."
Pongee - A type of silk fabric woven from wild silk.
Spin - To draw out fibers into thread.
Connecting - Joining together, stitching, or weaving.
Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make thread.
Weaving - The process of creating fabric from silk or cotton fibers.
Pongee - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
Spin - Spin - To draw out fibers into thread - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Extract - Extracting represents finding essence, drawing out value, and refinement. May your child extract wisdom from every experience.
Connecting - Connection represents the bonds that link people, ideas, and communities together. May your child connect deeply with others, building bridges of understanding.
Drawing Out - Drawing Out - Extracting fibers from cocoons or cotton to make t - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of drawing out throughout life.
Weaving - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.
貴 means "noble, precious, respect."
Noble - Nobility represents high character, dignity, and the conduct worthy of respect. May your child be noble in character, dignified and worthy of respect.
Precious - Preciousness represents irreplaceable value, rarity, and worth beyond measure. May your child know they are precious, valued beyond measure.
Respect - Respect (敬) is fundamental to Japanese social harmony, honoring the dignity of all beings. May your child show and earn respect, honoring others while being worthy of honor themselves.
Esteemed - Being esteemed represents earning respect through worthy action. May your child be respected and honor that respect.
Revered - Height represents aspiration, achievement, and noble ideals. May your child reach for high ideals and achieve great heights.
績 means "achievement, merit, spin."
Merit - A Praiseworthy Deed; credit.
Good Results - The successful outcome of a task or activity.
Skill - The ability to do something well, acquired through experience or training.
Work - An activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.
Merit - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
Spin - Spin - To make thread; to produce fiber - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spin throughout life.
Good Results - Goodness is the foundation of all virtue, the light that guides moral action. May your child be truly good, their goodness lighting the way for others.
Skill - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
Work - Working represents effort, contribution, and meaningful labor. May your child work with purpose and find satisfaction in effort.
伎 means "skill, art, performer."
Art - A craft requiring special ability.
Performer - One who performs artistic works.
Craftsman - A person who is skilled in a particular craft or trade.
Performance - The action or process of performing a task or activity.
Work - Physical or mental effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.
Skill - Skill - Technical Ability; expertise - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skill throughout life.
Art - Art and craft represent creativity, skill, and the joy of making. May your child create beauty and meaning through their work.
Performer - Performer represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the performer's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Craftsman - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Performance - Performance represents showing one's abilities, artistic expression, and accomplishment. May your child perform well in all they undertake and share their gifts.
Work - Working represents effort, contribution, and meaningful labor. May your child work with purpose and find satisfaction in effort.
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