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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 "Kikuchi," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
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菊 means "chrysanthemum, flower."
Chrysanthemum - A perennial plant of the Asteraceae family.
地 means "ground, earth, land."
木 means "tree, wood."
Tree - A large plant with a trunk and branches, typically providing shade and shelter.
Lumber - Wood that has been cut into boards or other shapes for use in construction.
Material - Wood used as a material for making things.
Element - One of the five elements in Chinese philosophy, representing the east and the color blue.
Plain - Unadorned and without decoration.
Numb - Losing sensation or feeling.
Musical Instrument - An instrument made of wood, one of the eight tones (gold, stone, thread, bamboo, gourd, earth, leather, and wood).
Thursday - One of the seven days of the week.
口 means "mouth, opening, entrance."
Mouth - An organ used for eating and speaking.
Entrance, Exit - A place where people or things enter or leave.
Speak - To utter words with the mouth.
Counting People, Houses - A word used to count people or houses.
Unit Of Measurement - A unit of measurement used to count divided objects as one. For example, a donation of one thousand yen is one “kuchi”.
Classification, Type - A word used to classify or categorize things. For example, “amakuchi” (sweet) and “betukuchi” (separate).
Place Of Employment - A place of work or a place of marriage. For example, “shuushokuguchi” (place of employment).
Beginning, Edge - The beginning or edge of something. For example, “jo no kuchi” (the beginning of an order).
菊 means "chrysanthemum, flower."
Chrysanthemum - A perennial plant of the Asteraceae family.
知 means "knowledge, understanding, awareness."
菊 means "chrysanthemum, flower."
Chrysanthemum - A perennial plant of the Asteraceae family.
智 means "wisdom, intellect, knowledge."
Intelligent - Having or showing great knowledge or understanding.
Wise - Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
Knowledgeable - Having or showing a lot of knowledge about a particular subject.
Insightful - Having or showing an ability to understand and think deeply about a situation.
Ability To Understand And Process Things - The capacity to comprehend and process information.
釈 means "explanation, interpretation, release, explanation of buddhist scriptures."
Unravel, Explain - To solve a problem or explain a situation.
Understand - To comprehend the meaning of something.
Place, Leave - To put something in a particular spot and leave it there.
氏 means "family name, surname."
規 means "rule, regulation, norm."
Rule, Regulation - A set of guidelines or instructions that must be followed.
Compass - A navigational instrument used to determine direction.
Standard - A level of quality or achievement that is considered acceptable.
Precept - A rule or principle that guides behavior.
Model - A pattern or example that is used as a guide.
Rectify - To make something right or correct.
Admonish - To caution or advise against something.
Uphold - To maintain or support something.
Devise - To plan or invent something.
矩 means "carpenter's square, rule, regulation, norm, standard."
Square, Rectangle - A four-sided shape with four equal angles.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Standard, Model - A pattern or example that is used as a guide or reference.
Measurement, Calculation - The use of mathematics to determine the size, shape, or position of something.
智 means "wisdom, intellect, knowledge."
Intelligent - Having or showing great knowledge or understanding.
Wise - Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
Knowledgeable - Having or showing a lot of knowledge about a particular subject.
Insightful - Having or showing an ability to understand and think deeply about a situation.
Ability To Understand And Process Things - The capacity to comprehend and process information.
鬼 means "demon, ogre, evil spirit."
Ghost - The soul of a deceased person, a spirit, a supernatural being with immense power and mysterious abilities.
Yokai - A creature from folklore, usually with human form and two horns.
Powerful - Possessing great strength and courage.
Imaginative - A creature of the imagination.
Cruel - Ruthless and merciless.
Huge - Exceptionally large.
口 means "mouth, opening, entrance."
Mouth - An organ used for eating and speaking.
Entrance, Exit - A place where people or things enter or leave.
Speak - To utter words with the mouth.
Counting People, Houses - A word used to count people or houses.
Unit Of Measurement - A unit of measurement used to count divided objects as one. For example, a donation of one thousand yen is one “kuchi”.
Classification, Type - A word used to classify or categorize things. For example, “amakuchi” (sweet) and “betukuchi” (separate).
Place Of Employment - A place of work or a place of marriage. For example, “shuushokuguchi” (place of employment).
Beginning, Edge - The beginning or edge of something. For example, “jo no kuchi” (the beginning of an order).
規 means "rule, regulation, norm."
Rule, Regulation - A set of guidelines or instructions that must be followed.
Compass - A navigational instrument used to determine direction.
Standard - A level of quality or achievement that is considered acceptable.
Precept - A rule or principle that guides behavior.
Model - A pattern or example that is used as a guide.
Rectify - To make something right or correct.
Admonish - To caution or advise against something.
Uphold - To maintain or support something.
Devise - To plan or invent something.
矩 means "carpenter's square, rule, regulation, norm, standard."
Square, Rectangle - A four-sided shape with four equal angles.
Rule, Regulation - A set of laws, regulations, or principles that govern a particular activity or behavior.
Standard, Model - A pattern or example that is used as a guide or reference.
Measurement, Calculation - The use of mathematics to determine the size, shape, or position of something.
地 means "ground, earth, land."
喜 means "joy, rejoice, pleasure."
Preference - To like, to prefer, to enjoy.
Celebration - To be festive, to celebrate.
久 means "long time, old, long-cherished."
Ancient - From long ago.
知 means "knowledge, understanding, awareness."
菊 means "chrysanthemum, flower."
Chrysanthemum - A perennial plant of the Asteraceae family.
千 means "thousand."
釈 means "explanation, interpretation, release, explanation of buddhist scriptures."
Unravel, Explain - To solve a problem or explain a situation.
Understand - To comprehend the meaning of something.
Place, Leave - To put something in a particular spot and leave it there.
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.
釋 means "to clarify. to understand."
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.
喜 means "joy, rejoice, pleasure."
Preference - To like, to prefer, to enjoy.
Celebration - To be festive, to celebrate.
久 means "long time, old, long-cherished."
Ancient - From long ago.
地 means "ground, earth, land."
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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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