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Wakachan(わかちゃん)Sacchan(さっちゃん)
Wakki(わっきー)
This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for girls. See the boys' version here.
This name is also used as a surname: Wakasa
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 "Wakasa," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
桜 means "cherry blossom."
Sakura - Cherry Blossom. A deciduous tree of the rose family.
Cherry Blossom - This is a very popular name for Japanese babies, as the cherry blossom is a symbol of beauty and renewal in Japan. It is also a symbol of the fleeting nature of life, which is a reminder to cherish each moment.
Beauty - The kanji for sakura (桜) can also be interpreted as “beauty”, making it a great name for a baby. It is a reminder to the parents and the child that beauty is something to be cherished and appreciated.
Renewal - The cherry blossom is a symbol of renewal and new beginnings, making it a great name for a baby. It is a reminder to the parents and the child that life is constantly changing and that each moment is a chance to start anew.
Strength - The kanji for sakura (桜) can also be interpreted as “strength”, making it a great name for a baby. It is a reminder to the parents and the child that strength is something to be cultivated and appreciated.
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
佐 means "assistant, help, aid."
To Help - To provide assistance or aid.
To Assist - To give support or aid.
To Recommend - To suggest or advise.
Aide - A subordinate official.
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
咲 means "bloom, blossom, flourish."
To Laugh, Smile - To express joy or amusement with a facial expression.
To Bloom, Blossom - To open and display the petals of a flower.
To Open, Unfold - To reveal or expand something that was previously hidden or closed.
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
砂 means "sand."
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
紗 means "gauze, thin silk or cotton fabric."
葉 means "leaf, blade of a plant."
Leaf - A thin and flat object, like a leaf of a plant or tree.
Sheet - A piece of paper or other material.
Parting - The end of something.
Era - A period of time.
花 means "flower."
Flower - A general term for flowers of plants and trees.
Something Shaped Like A Flower - Something shaped like a flower.
Blurring Of The Eyes - A feeling of being dazed or confused.
Glare - A feeling of being dazzled.
Beautiful - This is a perfect name for a baby, as it symbolizes beauty and elegance. It is also a reminder of the beauty of nature, which is something that all parents want their children to appreciate.
Popular - This is a great name for a baby, as it implies that the child will be popular and well-liked. It is also a reminder of the importance of being liked and accepted by others.
Flower - This is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes the beauty of nature and the joy of life. It is also a reminder of the importance of appreciating the beauty of nature and the joy of life.
Blooming - This is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes the joy of life and the beauty of nature. It is also a reminder of the importance of appreciating the beauty of nature and the joy of life.
Radiant - This is a great name for a baby, as it symbolizes the beauty of nature and the joy of life. It is also a reminder of the importance of appreciating the beauty of nature and the joy of life."
子 means "child, offspring, young, junior, small thing."
Child - A child born from parents.
Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.
Respectful Address - A respectful address for teachers, masters, and people of knowledge and status.
Thinker - A person knowledgeable in scholarship and philosophy, as well as their writings and thoughts.
Seed - A fruit or a biological egg.
Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (公・侯・伯・子・男).
Direction - The first of the twelve directions, representing the north.
Time - The twelfth hour of the night, and the two hours before and after it.
Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac.
Child - A child born from parents.
Female - Used as a name for a female.
Boy - For usage with "子" for boys and "女" for girls.
Adult Male - A respectful title for teachers, masters, and people of high academic or social standing.
Philosopher - A person who is knowledgeable in academic studies and their writings or thoughts.
Fruit - A seed or fruit, or an animal egg.
Small - Something small or fine.
Rank - The fourth rank of the five-rank peerage system (duke, marquis, count, viscount, and baron).
Direction - The first of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, representing the north direction and the night time from 12 to 2 o'clock.
Rat - The first of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac
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.
香 means "fragrance, aroma, scent."
Appealing - Having an attractive appearance, color, voice, taste, etc.
Chess Piece - One of the pieces 香車(kyousya) in the game of shogi.
紗 means "gauze, thin silk or cotton fabric."
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