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26,919 first names, 70,620 last names, 326,959 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 "Matsui," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
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松 means "pine tree."
Pine Tree - A tall evergreen tree of the pine family, often seen as a symbol of longevity and prosperity.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
松 means "pine tree."
Pine Tree - A tall evergreen tree of the pine family, often seen as a symbol of longevity and prosperity.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
松 means "pine tree."
Pine Tree - A tall evergreen tree of the pine family, often seen as a symbol of longevity and prosperity.
為 means "for, sake, purpose."
To Do, To Act, To Perform - To take action and do something.
To Become, To Be Completed - To reach a state of completion.
To Govern, To Manage, To Organize - To take control and manage something.
To Imitate, To Learn By Imitation - To copy and learn from something.
To Express A Question Or Contradiction - To express a question or contradiction.
松 means "pine tree."
Pine Tree - A tall evergreen tree of the pine family, often seen as a symbol of longevity and prosperity.
位 means "position, rank, grade, throne, seat."
枩 means "an evergreen tree of the pinaceae family."
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
真 means "truth, reality, genuine."
Truthful - Without lies or deception.
Natural - In its original state.
Unaltered - In its original form.
Genuine - Real and authentic.
Accurate - Correct and precise.
Complete - Having all the necessary parts.
対 means "pair, opposite, counter, versus."
Responding - Responding to a question from someone of higher status.
Facing - Facing each other, facing off.
Partner - A partner, someone to accompany.
Pair - Two things that make up a pair.
松 means "pine tree."
Pine Tree - A tall evergreen tree of the pine family, often seen as a symbol of longevity and prosperity.
猪 means "boar."
待 means "wait, await, expect."
To Wait - To wait for people, opportunities, etc. to come.
To Entertain - To prepare and make someone feel welcome.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
松 means "pine tree."
Pine Tree - A tall evergreen tree of the pine family, often seen as a symbol of longevity and prosperity.
爲 means "for, to, in order to."
Do - To perform an action or task.
Become - To change into something else.
Accomplish - To bring something to completion.
Make - To create something.
Design - To create a plan or structure.
Govern - To rule or control.
Cure - To heal or restore to health.
Imitate - To copy or mimic.
Help - To provide assistance.
To express a question or contradiction.
末 means "end, tip, final, conclusion."
End - The final part or conclusion of something.
Powder - Fine particles or dust.
Fragments - Small pieces or bits of something.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
Last names that have the same initial of M.
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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?
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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."
Households?
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The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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