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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 "Iba," 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
射 means "shoot, fire, aim."
Shoot - To shoot an arrow with a bow.
Strike - To fire a bullet with a gun.
Shine - To let in light, to be illuminated by light.
Aim - To aim accurately.
Boredom - To become tired or disinterested.
場 means "place, location, scene, setting."
A place where people gather or hold an event.
A place that has been purified for the purpose of worshipping a god.
A moment or a period of time.
A scene in a play.
伊 means "italy, that one."
This, That - Demonstrative pronoun.
Just - Particle used to adjust the tone of a sentence.
Abbreviation of the country name "Italy(伊太利)".
庭 means "garden, yard."
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
Well, Wellhead - A well or wellhead is a structure built to contain and provide access to a natural underground water source.
Street - A street is a public thoroughfare in a built environment, typically paved and marked by buildings on either side.
場 means "place, location, scene, setting."
A place where people gather or hold an event.
A place that has been purified for the purpose of worshipping a god.
A moment or a period of time.
A scene in a play.
伊 means "italy, that one."
This, That - Demonstrative pronoun.
Just - Particle used to adjust the tone of a sentence.
Abbreviation of the country name "Italy(伊太利)".
場 means "place, location, scene, setting."
A place where people gather or hold an event.
A place that has been purified for the purpose of worshipping a god.
A moment or a period of time.
A scene in a play.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
To Be, Exist, Stay, Reside, Dwell, Live - To be in a certain place, to put oneself in a certain place, to live in a certain place, to be allowed to live in a certain place, to store/accumulate something.
To express a question or call (auxiliary character) - Used to express a question or call.
場 means "place, location, scene, setting."
A place where people gather or hold an event.
A place that has been purified for the purpose of worshipping a god.
A moment or a period of time.
A scene in a play.
射 means "shoot, fire, aim."
Shoot - To shoot an arrow with a bow.
Strike - To fire a bullet with a gun.
Shine - To let in light, to be illuminated by light.
Aim - To aim accurately.
Boredom - To become tired or disinterested.
庭 means "garden, yard."
伊 means "italy, that one."
This, That - Demonstrative pronoun.
Just - Particle used to adjust the tone of a sentence.
Abbreviation of the country name "Italy(伊太利)".
波 means "wave, billow, surge."
伊 means "italy, that one."
This, That - Demonstrative pronoun.
Just - Particle used to adjust the tone of a sentence.
Abbreviation of the country name "Italy(伊太利)".
葉 means "leaf, blade of a plant."
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
Well, Wellhead - A well or wellhead is a structure built to contain and provide access to a natural underground water source.
Street - A street is a public thoroughfare in a built environment, typically paved and marked by buildings on either side.
波 means "wave, billow, surge."
揖 means "bailing. a form of courtesy in which the two hands are combined in front of the chest."
場 means "place, location, scene, setting."
A place where people gather or hold an event.
A place that has been purified for the purpose of worshipping a god.
A moment or a period of time.
A scene in a play.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
Well, Wellhead - A well or wellhead is a structure built to contain and provide access to a natural underground water source.
Street - A street is a public thoroughfare in a built environment, typically paved and marked by buildings on either side.
庭 means "garden, yard."
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
To Be, Exist, Stay, Reside, Dwell, Live - To be in a certain place, to put oneself in a certain place, to live in a certain place, to be allowed to live in a certain place, to store/accumulate something.
To express a question or call (auxiliary character) - Used to express a question or call.
馬 means "horse."
射 means "shoot, fire, aim."
Shoot - To shoot an arrow with a bow.
Strike - To fire a bullet with a gun.
Shine - To let in light, to be illuminated by light.
Aim - To aim accurately.
Boredom - To become tired or disinterested.
馬 means "horse."
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
Well, Wellhead - A well or wellhead is a structure built to contain and provide access to a natural underground water source.
Street - A street is a public thoroughfare in a built environment, typically paved and marked by buildings on either side.
馬 means "horse."
亥 means "boar, pig."
Boar - Twelfth of the twelve zodiac animals.
Direction - North-northwest.
Time - 10pm and the two hours before and after.
場 means "place, location, scene, setting."
A place where people gather or hold an event.
A place that has been purified for the purpose of worshipping a god.
A moment or a period of time.
A scene in a play.
Last names that have the same initial of I.
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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.
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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."
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