Kannon

Hiragana:かんのん
Katakana:カンノン
Households:aprx. 50
English transcription:Kannon, Kanon

Kanji Names & Meanings - 1 variation

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 "Kannon," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.

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観音- Kannon -

観 means "view, perspective, outlook."

To see - To look closely and carefully. To have a broad view.
To show - To show to people.
Appearance - The way something looks.
Perspective - The way of looking at or thinking about something. Consciousness.
Viewing platform - A tall building.
Temple - A temple of Taoism.

音 means "sound, noise."

Sound - The vibration of air that is heard by the ear.
Verse - A song or piece of music.
News - A visit or message.
Chinese pronunciation of a character imported from China, and its reading.

Households: aprx. 50

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