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This name is also used as a first name: Asaka
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. Even surnames with the same pronunciation can have different meanings based on the kanji used. Below are the kanji variations for "Asaka," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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浅 means "shallow, superficial, frivolous."
Shallow - Having a shallow depth of water or not reaching far down.
Superficial - Having a lack of knowledge or thought.
Pale - Having a light or faint color.
香 means "fragrance, aroma, scent."
朝 means "morning, dawn."
Morning - The period of time from when the sun rises until a short while afterwards.
Court - The place where the emperor conducts politics.
Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.
Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.
香 means "fragrance, aroma, scent."
朝 means "morning, dawn."
Morning - The period of time from when the sun rises until a short while afterwards.
Court - The place where the emperor conducts politics.
Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.
Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.
賀 means "congratulation, greeting."
Celebrate, Congratulate - To express joy and happiness for an event or accomplishment.
Praise - To express admiration and approval for someone or something.
Take On, Undertake - To accept responsibility for a task or obligation.
浅 means "shallow, superficial, frivolous."
Shallow - Having a shallow depth of water or not reaching far down.
Superficial - Having a lack of knowledge or thought.
Pale - Having a light or faint color.
賀 means "congratulation, greeting."
Celebrate, Congratulate - To express joy and happiness for an event or accomplishment.
Praise - To express admiration and approval for someone or something.
Take On, Undertake - To accept responsibility for a task or obligation.
阿 means "ah, oh, alas."
Hill - A large hill.
Cove - A curved and winding place.
Flatter - To flatter or fawn.
Eaves - A roof overhang.
Approach - To approach or lean on.
Endearment - A word used to express affection when used as a surname or nickname.
Pet Name - An affectionate nickname used for a woman's name.
坂 means "slope, hill, incline."
Slope - A piece of land that is sloped or inclined.
Embankment - A structure built to hold back water or soil.
Dyke - A wall or embankment built to prevent flooding.
安 means "peace, cheap, low-priced."
Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, feeling calm and relaxed.
Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease.
Enjoyment - To experience pleasure and satisfaction.
Affordable - Having a low price or cost.
Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty.
積 means "multiplication, accumulation."
Accumulate - To gather and store up.
Collect - To gather together.
Multiply - To combine two or more numbers or expressions to get a numerical result.
Store - To keep or set aside for future use.
Plan - A scheme or design for achieving a goal.
Estimate - An approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something.
浅 means "shallow, superficial, frivolous."
Shallow - Having a shallow depth of water or not reaching far down.
Superficial - Having a lack of knowledge or thought.
Pale - Having a light or faint color.
加 means "add, include, augment."
To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.
To Join, Participate - To become part of a group or situation.
To Influence - To have an effect on something or someone.
In Addition, On Top Of That - To add something extra to an existing situation.
Addition, Sum - A mathematical operation in which two or more numbers are added together.
朝 means "morning, dawn."
Morning - The period of time from when the sun rises until a short while afterwards.
Court - The place where the emperor conducts politics.
Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.
Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.
加 means "add, include, augment."
To Add, Append - To add something to an existing situation or group.
To Join, Participate - To become part of a group or situation.
To Influence - To have an effect on something or someone.
In Addition, On Top Of That - To add something extra to an existing situation.
Addition, Sum - A mathematical operation in which two or more numbers are added together.
阿 means "ah, oh, alas."
Hill - A large hill.
Cove - A curved and winding place.
Flatter - To flatter or fawn.
Eaves - A roof overhang.
Approach - To approach or lean on.
Endearment - A word used to express affection when used as a surname or nickname.
Pet Name - An affectionate nickname used for a woman's name.
阪 means "slope, hill."
安 means "peace, cheap, low-priced."
Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, feeling calm and relaxed.
Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease.
Enjoyment - To experience pleasure and satisfaction.
Affordable - Having a low price or cost.
Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty.
坂 means "slope, hill, incline."
Slope - A piece of land that is sloped or inclined.
Embankment - A structure built to hold back water or soil.
Dyke - A wall or embankment built to prevent flooding.
浅 means "shallow, superficial, frivolous."
Shallow - Having a shallow depth of water or not reaching far down.
Superficial - Having a lack of knowledge or thought.
Pale - Having a light or faint color.
積 means "multiplication, accumulation."
Accumulate - To gather and store up.
Collect - To gather together.
Multiply - To combine two or more numbers or expressions to get a numerical result.
Store - To keep or set aside for future use.
Plan - A scheme or design for achieving a goal.
Estimate - An approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something.
淺 means "low volume of water. shallow. pale in color."
賀 means "congratulation, greeting."
Celebrate, Congratulate - To express joy and happiness for an event or accomplishment.
Praise - To express admiration and approval for someone or something.
Take On, Undertake - To accept responsibility for a task or obligation.
朝 means "morning, dawn."
Morning - The period of time from when the sun rises until a short while afterwards.
Court - The place where the emperor conducts politics.
Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.
Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.
下 means "below, down, under."
Lower - Lower in position, value, age, etc. Inferior.
Later - After in time, order, or sequence of events.
Descend - To move from a higher to a lower place.
Subordinate - Under the control of another.
Act - To do something.
東 means "east, oriental, tokyo."
East - Directional name. To go east.
Master - In ancient times, the master was located in the east and the guest in the west.
Region - The area east of Hakone. Kanto region.
日 means "sun, day, Japan."
Daytime - The time when the sun is out.
Day - A full 24-hour period.
Everyday - Every day.
Abbreviation Of Japan - The abbreviation of Japan.
Sunday - One of the seven days of the week.
下 means "below, down, under."
Lower - Lower in position, value, age, etc. Inferior.
Later - After in time, order, or sequence of events.
Descend - To move from a higher to a lower place.
Subordinate - Under the control of another.
Act - To do something.
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