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Yocchan(よっちゃん)
Yuukun( ゆうくん)
Niichan( んいちゃん)![]()
This name is also used as a surname:
Yorikuni
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 "Yorikuni," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
依 means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."
Rely on - To trust and depend on someone or something.
To Follow - To go along with or obey someone or something.
To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.
国 means "country, territory, region."
Territory - Land governed by lords.
Region - Area belonging to a specific government.
City - A capital or major city.
Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Our Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Territory - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Region - Regions represent territory, belonging, and one's sphere of influence. May your child make their region of influence a better place.
Capital - Being capital represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be capital, letting this quality guide their path.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
依 means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."
Rely on - To trust and depend on someone or something.
To Follow - To go along with or obey someone or something.
To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.
國 means "country, land, kingdom."
Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Land - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Kingdom - Kings represent righteous authority, noble character, and the responsibility to serve their people. May your child have a kingly heart—noble, just, and devoted to serving others.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Region - Regions represent territory, belonging, and one's sphere of influence. May your child make their region of influence a better place.
依 means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."
Rely on - To trust and depend on someone or something.
To Follow - To go along with or obey someone or something.
To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.
邦 means "country, japan, nation."
Japan - Specifically referring to Japan.
Nation - A sovereign state.
Capital - The seat of government of a country or state.
Enfeoff - To grant land or other property to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service.
Realm - A region or domain over which a sovereign rules.
Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Japan - Japan represents the Land of the Rising Sun, harmony with nature, and refined aesthetics. May your child embody Japanese values of harmony, respect, and attention to beauty.
Nation - Nation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of nation.
Capital - Being capital represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be capital, letting this quality guide their path.
Enfeoff - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Realm - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
依 means "to lean on, to rely on, to follow."
Rely on - To trust and depend on someone or something.
To Follow - To go along with or obey someone or something.
To Lean on - The act of lean on represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child lean on with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Rely on - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
To Follow - Following represents learning, humility, and the wisdom to learn from others. May your child follow wise mentors, learning with humility.
As is - As Is - Remaining unchanged; as before - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of as is throughout life.
郁 means "fragrant, warm, flourishing culture."
Warm - Cozy warmth.
Flourishing Culture - Prosperous arts and learning.
Cultured - Having a strong cultural presence.
Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.
Warm - Warmth represents kindness, comfort, and the welcoming nature of a loving heart. May your child radiate warmth, making all who meet them feel welcomed and loved.
Flourishing Culture - Flourishing represents thriving, growth, and the fullest expression of potential. May your child flourish throughout life, thriving in every season.
Cultured - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
頼 means "to rely, reliance, profit."
Reliance - A person or thing to depend on.
Fortunately - Thanks to; because of.
Reliable - Dependable; trustworthy.
To Rely - The act of rely represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child rely with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Ask - Asking represents curiosity, humility, and openness to learning from others. May your child never be afraid to ask, remaining curious and humble.
Reliance - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Profit - Profit represents gain, benefit, and positive return on effort. May your child profit from their efforts while benefiting others.
Fortunately - Fortunately - Thanks to; because of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fortunately throughout life.
Reliable - Being reliable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be reliable, letting this quality guide their path.
国 means "country, territory, region."
Territory - Land governed by lords.
Region - Area belonging to a specific government.
City - A capital or major city.
Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Our Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Territory - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Region - Regions represent territory, belonging, and one's sphere of influence. May your child make their region of influence a better place.
Capital - Being capital represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be capital, letting this quality guide their path.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
頼 means "to rely, reliance, profit."
Reliance - A person or thing to depend on.
Fortunately - Thanks to; because of.
Reliable - Dependable; trustworthy.
To Rely - The act of rely represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child rely with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Ask - Asking represents curiosity, humility, and openness to learning from others. May your child never be afraid to ask, remaining curious and humble.
Reliance - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Profit - Profit represents gain, benefit, and positive return on effort. May your child profit from their efforts while benefiting others.
Fortunately - Fortunately - Thanks to; because of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fortunately throughout life.
Reliable - Being reliable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be reliable, letting this quality guide their path.
國 means "country, land, kingdom."
Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Land - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
Kingdom - Kings represent righteous authority, noble character, and the responsibility to serve their people. May your child have a kingly heart—noble, just, and devoted to serving others.
City - Cities represent civilization, opportunity, and the gathering of diverse peoples. May your child thrive in cities, finding opportunity amid civilization's diversity.
Region - Regions represent territory, belonging, and one's sphere of influence. May your child make their region of influence a better place.
頼 means "to rely, reliance, profit."
Reliance - A person or thing to depend on.
Fortunately - Thanks to; because of.
Reliable - Dependable; trustworthy.
To Rely - The act of rely represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child rely with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Ask - Asking represents curiosity, humility, and openness to learning from others. May your child never be afraid to ask, remaining curious and humble.
Reliance - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Profit - Profit represents gain, benefit, and positive return on effort. May your child profit from their efforts while benefiting others.
Fortunately - Fortunately - Thanks to; because of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fortunately throughout life.
Reliable - Being reliable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be reliable, letting this quality guide their path.
州 means "state, sandbar, continent."
Sandbar - An island in a river.
Continent - A major landmass.
Island - A piece of land surrounded by water.
Land Formed by Accumulated Sand - A landmass formed by the accumulation of sand in a river or lake.
State - State represents condition, status, and the current circumstance of being. May your child maintain a good state of mind, body, and spirit.
Sandbar - The sandbar represents hidden shallows, careful navigation, and revealed ground. May your child navigate carefully.
Continent - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Island - Islands represent independence, uniqueness, and the ability to stand alone with strength. May your child stand confident in their uniqueness, an island of integrity in a changing world.
Land Formed by Accumulated Sand - Form represents shape, structure, and the visible expression of inner essence. May your child give beautiful form to their ideas, expressing their inner essence.
頼 means "to rely, reliance, profit."
Reliance - A person or thing to depend on.
Fortunately - Thanks to; because of.
Reliable - Dependable; trustworthy.
To Rely - The act of rely represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child rely with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Ask - Asking represents curiosity, humility, and openness to learning from others. May your child never be afraid to ask, remaining curious and humble.
Reliance - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Profit - Profit represents gain, benefit, and positive return on effort. May your child profit from their efforts while benefiting others.
Fortunately - Fortunately - Thanks to; because of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fortunately throughout life.
Reliable - Being reliable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be reliable, letting this quality guide their path.
訓 means "teach, lesson, reading."
Reading - The Japanese reading of kanji.
Instruct - To give directions or orders to someone.
Interpret - To explain the meaning of something.
Warn - To caution or advise against something.
Teach - Teaching represents sharing knowledge, guiding growth, and enlightening others. May your child teach with patience and learn throughout life.
Lesson - Lesson - A Teaching; a precept - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lesson throughout life.
Reading - Reading opens doors to knowledge, imagination, and other worlds. May your child love reading, finding wisdom and wonder in books.
Instruct - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
Interpret - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Warn - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
頼 means "to rely, reliance, profit."
Reliance - A person or thing to depend on.
Fortunately - Thanks to; because of.
Reliable - Dependable; trustworthy.
To Rely - The act of rely represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child rely with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Ask - Asking represents curiosity, humility, and openness to learning from others. May your child never be afraid to ask, remaining curious and humble.
Reliance - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Profit - Profit represents gain, benefit, and positive return on effort. May your child profit from their efforts while benefiting others.
Fortunately - Fortunately - Thanks to; because of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fortunately throughout life.
Reliable - Being reliable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be reliable, letting this quality guide their path.
邦 means "country, japan, nation."
Japan - Specifically referring to Japan.
Nation - A sovereign state.
Capital - The seat of government of a country or state.
Enfeoff - To grant land or other property to a vassal in exchange for loyalty and service.
Realm - A region or domain over which a sovereign rules.
Country - Country represents homeland, identity, and the larger community of nation. May your child love and serve their country, contributing to its flourishing.
Japan - Japan represents the Land of the Rising Sun, harmony with nature, and refined aesthetics. May your child embody Japanese values of harmony, respect, and attention to beauty.
Nation - Nation represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of nation.
Capital - Being capital represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be capital, letting this quality guide their path.
Enfeoff - Earth represents stability, nurturing, and solid foundation. May your child stand on solid ground with deep roots.
Realm - Places hold meaning, memory, and the context for our lives. May your child find their place in the world and make it better.
頼 means "to rely, reliance, profit."
Reliance - A person or thing to depend on.
Fortunately - Thanks to; because of.
Reliable - Dependable; trustworthy.
To Rely - The act of rely represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child rely with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
To Ask - Asking represents curiosity, humility, and openness to learning from others. May your child never be afraid to ask, remaining curious and humble.
Reliance - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Profit - Profit represents gain, benefit, and positive return on effort. May your child profit from their efforts while benefiting others.
Fortunately - Fortunately - Thanks to; because of - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fortunately throughout life.
Reliable - Being reliable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be reliable, letting this quality guide their path.
郁 means "fragrant, warm, flourishing culture."
Warm - Cozy warmth.
Flourishing Culture - Prosperous arts and learning.
Cultured - Having a strong cultural presence.
Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.
Warm - Warmth represents kindness, comfort, and the welcoming nature of a loving heart. May your child radiate warmth, making all who meet them feel welcomed and loved.
Flourishing Culture - Flourishing represents thriving, growth, and the fullest expression of potential. May your child flourish throughout life, thriving in every season.
Cultured - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
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