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Shou-kun(しょうくん)Wa-chan(わちゃん)
Shouchan(しょうちゃん)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. See the girls' version here.
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 "Syouwa," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
昭 means "shining, bright, luminous."
Clear - Easily seen or understood
Bright - Giving off or reflecting a lot of light
Obvious - Easily seen or understood
Illuminating - Shedding light on a situation, making something clear or understandable.
Radiant - Bright and cheerful, full of life and energy.
Apparent - Easily seen or understood, obvious.
和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
Harmonious - This kanji implies that the baby will bring peace and harmony to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Calm - This kanji implies that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and tranquility.
Peaceful - This kanji implies that the baby will bring a sense of peace and serenity to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Japan - This kanji implies that the baby will be a symbol of the Japanese culture and will bring a sense of pride and honor to the family.
Get Along - This kanji implies that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
Respond - This kanji implies that the baby will be a responsive and attentive listener. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
祥 means "happiness, good fortune."
Happiness - A feeling of joy or contentment.
Auspicious Occasion - An event that is seen as a sign of good luck or success.
Omen - A sign or warning of a future event.
Festival Of Mourning - A celebration held after a period of mourning.
Festival Of Commemoration - A celebration held to mark the end of a period of mourning.
Good Fortune - This is a positive and uplifting meaning that is perfect for a baby, as it symbolizes a bright future and a life full of joy and happiness.
Blessing - It conveys the idea that the child is a blessing from God and will be blessed throughout their life.
Joy - This is a wonderful name for a baby, as it conveys the idea that the child will bring joy and happiness to those around them.
Celebration - It conveys the idea that the child will bring joy and celebration to those around them.
Omen - It conveys the idea that the child will bring good luck and fortune to those around them.
Sign - It conveys the idea that the child will bring good news and hope to those around them.
Festival - It conveys the idea that the child will bring joy and celebration to those around them.
和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
Harmonious - This kanji implies that the baby will bring peace and harmony to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Calm - This kanji implies that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and tranquility.
Peaceful - This kanji implies that the baby will bring a sense of peace and serenity to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Japan - This kanji implies that the baby will be a symbol of the Japanese culture and will bring a sense of pride and honor to the family.
Get Along - This kanji implies that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
Respond - This kanji implies that the baby will be a responsive and attentive listener. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
翔 means "soar, fly, glide."
To Soar - To fly through the air with grace and ease.
To Go Forth With Both Hands Outstretched - To move forward with determination and confidence.
To Circle - To turn around and look back.
To Be Discerning - To be able to make wise decisions based on careful consideration.
To Be Detailed - To be thorough and precise in one's work.
To Fly - This is a positive and uplifting meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and strength to soar to great heights.
To Soar - This is a powerful and inspiring meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach their goals.
To Circulate - This is a meaningful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the ability to move freely and make connections with others.
To Reach Out - This is a hopeful and encouraging meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the courage and determination to reach out and make a difference in the world.
To Look Back - This is a reflective and thoughtful meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the wisdom to look back and learn from their experiences.
To Be Discriminating - This is a wise and mature meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the discernment to make wise decisions.
To Be Detailed - This is a precise and analytical meaning, suggesting that the baby will have the attention to detail to make sure things are done correctly.
和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
Harmonious - This kanji implies that the baby will bring peace and harmony to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Calm - This kanji implies that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and tranquility.
Peaceful - This kanji implies that the baby will bring a sense of peace and serenity to the family and to the world. It also suggests that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together.
Japan - This kanji implies that the baby will be a symbol of the Japanese culture and will bring a sense of pride and honor to the family.
Get Along - This kanji implies that the baby will be a peacemaker and will strive to bring people together. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
Respond - This kanji implies that the baby will be a responsive and attentive listener. It also suggests that the baby will be a calming presence in the family and will bring a sense of peace and harmony.
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