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Shu-kun(しゅうくん)Shu-chan(しゅうちゃん)
Shu-ppi(しゅっぴー)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. See the boys' 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 "Syuu," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
柊 means "holly, ilex."
Evergreen - Symbolizing strength, resilience, and longevity.
Resilience - Symbolizing the ability to bounce back from difficult times.
Strength - Symbolizing the power to overcome obstacles.
Longevity - Symbolizing a long and prosperous life.
珠 means "bead, pearl."
Pearl - A round bead formed from a mollusk.
Something small and round, like a pearl.
A metaphor or description for something beautiful or impressive.
羽 means "feather, wing."
Feathers - The feathers of a bird or insect.
Bird - A bird or other avian species.
Ornament - An ornament held in the hand when dancing.
Help - Something that provides assistance. An assistant.
Numeral - A numeral used to count birds or rabbits.
Wing - This is a symbol of freedom and hope, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to explore the world and reach their full potential.
Bird - This is a symbol of beauty and grace, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to soar and reach new heights.
Help - This is a symbol of support and guidance, and is a reminder that the baby will have the support of their family and friends to help them reach their goals.
Number - This is a symbol of luck and fortune, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to make their own luck and find success in life.
愁 means "melancholy, sorrow, grief."
To Be Worried, Concerned - To feel anxious or uneasy about something.
To Be Lonely, Melancholy - To feel a sense of loneliness or sadness.
祝 means "celebrate."
To Celebrate - To wish for happiness and to pray for good fortune.
To Announce - To pray and to inform the gods.
Poem - Words to inform the gods.
Priest - A person who serves the gods.
To Wish For Happiness - This is a common meaning of the kanji 祝, and is often used when naming a baby. It conveys the wish that the child will have a happy and prosperous life.
To Pray - This is another common meaning of the kanji 祝, and is often used when naming a baby. It conveys the wish that the child will be blessed with good fortune and protection from the gods.
To Proclaim - This is another meaning of the kanji 祝, and is often used when naming a baby. It conveys the wish that the child will be blessed with good fortune and protection from the gods, and that the gods will be informed of the child's birth.
To Invoke - This is another meaning of the kanji 祝, and is often used when naming a baby. It conveys the wish that the child will be blessed with good fortune and protection from the gods, and that the gods will be invoked to grant the child's wishes.
秀 means "excellent, outstanding, superior."
Outstanding - To be superior or excellent in a particular field or activity.
Growing - To increase in size, amount, or degree.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or scope.
Distinguishing - To set apart from others
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop.
Blooming - To produce flowers
Outstanding - To be remarkable or exceptional in some way, suggesting that the baby will be a leader and stand out from the crowd.
Growing - To increase in size, number, or strength, suggesting that the baby will have a strong and healthy development.
Extending - To stretch out or expand in length, area, or volume, suggesting that the baby will have a wide range of experiences and opportunities.
Standing Out - To be prominent or noticeable, suggesting that the baby will be noticed and appreciated for their unique qualities.
Sprouting - To begin to grow or develop, suggesting that the baby will have a strong start in life.
Blooming - To produce flowers, suggesting that the baby will grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
秋 means "autumn, fall."
Autumn - The season between the beginning of autumn and the start of winter, usually from September to November. In the lunar calendar, it is from July to September.
Fruition - The ripening of crops.
Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.
Autumn - A season of change and growth, symbolizing the start of a new journey.
Important Time - A reminder to cherish every moment and to make the most of life.
Fruition - A reminder to strive for success and to reap the rewards of hard work.
Years - A reminder to appreciate the passing of time and to make the most of each day.
趣 means "charm, taste, interest."
Hasten - To move quickly, to act with urgency.
Thoughtful - Showing consideration and care for others.
Adopt - To take on as one's own, to accept and make use of.
Encourage - To inspire with courage, spirit, or hope, to give support and confidence.
Prompt - Acting or responding without delay, quick.
守 means "protect, defend, obey."
Endure - To be able to withstand or bear something.
Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.
Watch, Observe - To keep an eye on something and not let it out of sight.
Governor - A local or regional official in charge of a district or group.
Amulet - A charm or object believed to bring good luck or protection.
Caretaker - Someone who looks after or takes care of someone or something.
羽 means "feather, wing."
Feathers - The feathers of a bird or insect.
Bird - A bird or other avian species.
Ornament - An ornament held in the hand when dancing.
Help - Something that provides assistance. An assistant.
Numeral - A numeral used to count birds or rabbits.
Wing - This is a symbol of freedom and hope, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to explore the world and reach their full potential.
Bird - This is a symbol of beauty and grace, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to soar and reach new heights.
Help - This is a symbol of support and guidance, and is a reminder that the baby will have the support of their family and friends to help them reach their goals.
Number - This is a symbol of luck and fortune, and is a reminder that the baby will have the opportunity to make their own luck and find success in life.
心 means "heart, mind, spirit."
Heart - An organ that circulates blood.
Feelings - Emotions and mental state.
Center - The middle, the core, the central point.
優 means "gentleness, kindness, superiority."
Outstanding - Superior to others.
Kind - Refined and beautiful.
Harmonious - Peaceful and harmonious.
Abundant - Relaxed and with plenty of room.
Skilled - A performer or entertainer.
Highest - The highest ranking in evaluations such as performance.
Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and superiority.
Kind - This kanji that conveys gentleness and beauty.
Harmonious - This kanji that conveys peace and harmony.
Abundant - This kanji that conveys abundance and plenty.
朱 means "cinnabar, vermilion."
Red - A bright, reddish color.
Currency Unit - A unit of currency used during the Edo period, equal to one-sixteenth of a ryō.
Bright - Symbolizing brightness and optimism.
Courageous - Symbolizing courage and strength.
Prosperous - Symbolizing wealth and abundance.
佑 means "assistance, help, aid."
Help - To provide assistance or support.
Protect - To shield or guard from harm or danger.
Aid - To give assistance or support.
朱 means "cinnabar, vermilion."
Red - A bright, reddish color.
Currency Unit - A unit of currency used during the Edo period, equal to one-sixteenth of a ryō.
Bright - Symbolizing brightness and optimism.
Courageous - Symbolizing courage and strength.
Prosperous - Symbolizing wealth and abundance.
侑 means "to help, to assist, to give aid."
Help - To provide protection or assistance.
Recommend - To suggest or offer something, such as a dish or drink.
Reward - To express gratitude or appreciation.
Forgive - To pardon or excuse a fault or offense.
Blessing - To bestow a blessing on the baby, to wish them good fortune and success.
Protection - To provide protection and safety for the baby.
Gratitude - To express gratitude for the baby’s arrival and to show appreciation for them.
Forgiveness - To forgive the baby for any mistakes they may make and to show unconditional love.
朱 means "cinnabar, vermilion."
Red - A bright, reddish color.
Currency Unit - A unit of currency used during the Edo period, equal to one-sixteenth of a ryō.
Bright - Symbolizing brightness and optimism.
Courageous - Symbolizing courage and strength.
Prosperous - Symbolizing wealth and abundance.
空 means "sky, emptiness."
Sky - The vast expanse of the atmosphere above the earth.
Loneliness - A feeling of emptiness or desolation.
Emptiness - A lack of content or substance.
Waste - Something that is not used or is of no value.
Void - An empty space or area.
To Empty - To make something empty or void.
Wide - Having a large area or extent.
Hole - An opening or passage through something.
Gap - A space between two things.
Sky - A reminder of the vastness of the universe and the potential for greatness.
Loneliness - A reminder of the importance of companionship and connection.
Emptiness - A reminder of the importance of filling one's life with meaningful experiences.
Wide - A reminder of the importance of having a broad perspective and open-mindedness.
Hole - A reminder of the importance of finding one's place in the world.
Gap - A reminder of the importance of bridging divides and connecting with
柊 means "holly, ilex."
Evergreen - Symbolizing strength, resilience, and longevity.
Resilience - Symbolizing the ability to bounce back from difficult times.
Strength - Symbolizing the power to overcome obstacles.
Longevity - Symbolizing a long and prosperous life.
優 means "gentleness, kindness, superiority."
Outstanding - Superior to others.
Kind - Refined and beautiful.
Harmonious - Peaceful and harmonious.
Abundant - Relaxed and with plenty of room.
Skilled - A performer or entertainer.
Highest - The highest ranking in evaluations such as performance.
Outstanding - This kanji that conveys excellence and superiority.
Kind - This kanji that conveys gentleness and beauty.
Harmonious - This kanji that conveys peace and harmony.
Abundant - This kanji that conveys abundance and plenty.
柊 means "holly, ilex."
Evergreen - Symbolizing strength, resilience, and longevity.
Resilience - Symbolizing the ability to bounce back from difficult times.
Strength - Symbolizing the power to overcome obstacles.
Longevity - Symbolizing a long and prosperous life.
有 means "existence, possession, having."
Exist - To be present or in a certain place.
Possess - To have or own something.
Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.
Furthermore - In addition
To Have - This is a positive name that conveys the idea of having something, whether it be material possessions, knowledge, or even a sense of purpose. It is a reminder that we have the power to create our own destiny.
To Exist - This is a name that conveys the idea of existing in the world, of being part of something larger than ourselves. It is a reminder that we are all connected and that our actions have an impact on the world around us.
To Possess - This is a name that conveys the idea of having something, whether it be material possessions, knowledge, or even a sense of purpose. It is a reminder that we have the power to create our own destiny.
To Own - This is a name that conveys the idea of having something, whether it be material possessions, knowledge, or even a sense of purpose. It is a reminder that we have the power to create our own destiny.
To Keep - This is a name that conveys the idea of keeping something, whether it be material possessions, knowledge, or even a sense of purpose. It is a reminder that we have the power to create our own destiny.
秋 means "autumn, fall."
Autumn - The season between the beginning of autumn and the start of winter, usually from September to November. In the lunar calendar, it is from July to September.
Fruition - The ripening of crops.
Years - A period of time, usually measured in months or years.
Autumn - A season of change and growth, symbolizing the start of a new journey.
Important Time - A reminder to cherish every moment and to make the most of life.
Fruition - A reminder to strive for success and to reap the rewards of hard work.
Years - A reminder to appreciate the passing of time and to make the most of each day.
冬 means "winter, cold season."
Winter - One of the four seasons, from the start of winter to the start of spring, usually from December to February, or from October to December according to the lunar calendar.
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