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Japanese unisex nameOujin
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  • Gender:Unisex
  • Hiraganatip:おうじん
  • Katakanatip:オウジン
  • English transcriptionstip:Oujin, Ōjin

The 15th emperor’s posthumous name of Japan. He was enthroned in 270 CE. He is widely enshrined as the Hachiman God.

Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Oujin."

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応神天皇- Oujin -

Emperor
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応 means "response, answer, comply."

  • Respond - To answer or reply to a question or request.

  • React - To respond to another's action or influence.

  • Appropriate - To be suitable or fitting for a particular situation.

  • Ought - To be expected or necessary in a particular situation.

Name ideas examples

  • Respond - To suggest that the child will be responsive and attentive to the needs of others.

  • React - To suggest that the child will be able to respond quickly and appropriately to different situations.

  • Appropriate - To suggest that the child will be able to make wise decisions and act in a manner that is appropriate for the situation.

  • Ought - To suggest that the child will be able to recognize what is expected of them and act accordingly.

View details for the kanji 応

神 means "god, deity."

  • God - The divine being, the creator of all things.

  • Mysterious Work - Unfathomable and spiritual work.

  • Soul - The spiritual essence of a person.

  • Heart - The innermost part of a person.

  • Excellence - The highest level of achievement.

  • Preciousness - Something of great value.

Name ideas examples

  • God - To represent the divine power and protection of the divine.

  • Creator - To signify the power of creation and the potential of the child to create something new.

  • Mysterious - To represent the unknown and the mysterious power of the divine.

  • Spiritual - To signify the spiritual connection between the child and the divine.

  • Soul - To represent the eternal nature of the soul and the connection between the child and the divine.

  • Heart - To signify the love and compassion of the divine for the child.

  • Excellence - To represent the potential of the child to achieve greatness.

  • Precious - To signify the value of the child and the importance of cherishing them.

View details for the kanji 神

天 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.

View details for the kanji 天

皇 means "emperor, sovereign, monarch."

  • King - A male ruler of a country or state.

  • Emperor - A sovereign ruler of an empire.

  • Monarch - A hereditary ruler of a country or state.

  • Celestial Emperor - A divine ruler of the heavens.

  • Hurried - Moving or acting quickly.

  • Hectic - Characterized by intense activity or busyness.

  • Busy - Engaged in activity

Name ideas examples

  • For Naming a Baby:

  • King - A strong and noble name for a baby boy, symbolizing power and authority.

  • Emperor - A regal name for a baby boy, symbolizing strength and leadership.

  • Monarch - A dignified name for a baby boy, symbolizing royalty and tradition.

  • Celestial Emperor - A divine name for a baby boy, symbolizing divine power and protection.

View details for the kanji 皇

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