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26,551 first names, 70,620 last names, 333,585 kanji variations.
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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 choices for "Etou," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
Introduction to how Japanese names work About this site's data of last names
衛 means "defense, protection, safeguard."
Protect - To guard and defend from harm or danger.
Guard - To watch over and protect from harm or danger.
Defend - To protect from attack or harm.
Guardian - A person who watches over and protects someone or something.
Safeguard - To protect from harm or danger.
Border - The edge or limit of a country or area.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
遠 means "far, distant."
Far, Distant - Refers to a great distance or length of time.
Wide - Refers to something that is broad or expansive.
Common - Refers to something that is widespread or universal.
Keep Away - Refers to something that is kept apart or separated.
Unfamiliar - Refers to something that is not close or intimate.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
恵 means "blessing, favor, grace."
To Bestow - To give something to someone, usually out of kindness or generosity.
Compassionate - Showing kindness and sympathy towards others.
Generous - Willing to give more than is expected or needed.
Calm - Having a peaceful and tranquil demeanor.
Wise - Having good judgement and understanding.
Insightful - Having the ability to understand and interpret things quickly and accurately.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
江 means "river."
River - A large river, especially in southern China.
Inlet - An inlet of water, such as a sea or lake, that enters into land.
頭 means "head."
江 means "river."
River - A large river, especially in southern China.
Inlet - An inlet of water, such as a sea or lake, that enters into land.
東 means "east, oriental, tokyo."
依 means "dependent, rely on, trust in."
Rely On - To trust and depend on someone or something.
Lean On - To rely on someone or something for support.
Follow - To go along with or obey someone or something.
As Is - To remain in the same state or condition.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
衞 means "defense, protection, safeguard."
Protect, Guard, Defend - To protect or guard against danger or harm.
Border, Frontier - The outermost part of a country or region.
Military Camp - A military encampment established in important locations during the Ming Dynasty.
Country Name - The name of a country during the Zhou Dynasty.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
惠 means "benefit, favor, kindness."
To Show Mercy, Kindness - Showing compassion and kindness to others.
To Be Wise, Intelligent - Being smart and having good judgement.
To Be Effective, Efficient - Being able to get things done quickly and effectively.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
江 means "river."
River - A large river, especially in southern China.
Inlet - An inlet of water, such as a sea or lake, that enters into land.
渡 means "cross, pass over."
江 means "river."
River - A large river, especially in southern China.
Inlet - An inlet of water, such as a sea or lake, that enters into land.
登 means "climb, ascend, register, login."
Ascend - To go up, to climb to a higher place.
Accomplish - To achieve, to complete.
Immediately - To do something right away, to stand in the present.
Ripen - To mature, for grains to become ripe.
重 means "heavy, important, serious."
Heavy - Having a great weight
Serious - Having a great importance
Respectful - Showing respect and admiration for someone or something.
Weight - The amount of heaviness of an object.
Burden - A heavy load or responsibility.
Fearful - Feeling fear or apprehension.
Repeated - Done or said again and again.
Layer - A thin sheet or coating of something.
藤 means "wisteria, fuji (Japanese plant with purple or white flowers)."
絵 means "picture, painting."
Drawing - To draw a picture or illustration.
Painting - To create a colorful painting.
Embroidery - To create a design or pattern with needlework.
Pattern - A decorative design or motif.
Color - A variety of hues or shades.
東 means "east, oriental, tokyo."
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
What is English Transcription?
English Transcription is a term used when translating Japanese names into English. It represents a romanised version of the name with the aim of reproducing the pronunciation as accurately as possible. English Transcription can also be used for name searches.
Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
Households?
The names are sorted by the number of Japanese households where the surname is used.
The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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