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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 variations for "Mihara," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
見 means "see, look at."
To See - To be able to see with one's eyes.
To Meet - To come into contact with someone. To have an audience with someone.
To Appear - To show oneself. To manifest. To go out into the world. To come out into the open.
In Sight - In front of one's eyes.
Present - Now.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
美 means "beauty, beautiful, pretty."
Beautiful - Having a pleasing appearance or attractive qualities.
Splendid - Impressive in appearance or quality.
Admirable - Inspiring admiration or approval.
Delicious - Having a pleasant, enjoyable taste.
Praiseworthy - Deserving of praise or admiration.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
御 means "honorific prefix, respectful prefix."
Express - To express respect towards someone or something.
Express - To express politeness towards an action or object.
Rule - To rule, stabilize, or govern.
Control - To control horses or carriages as desired. Also, the person who does this.
Serve - To serve the emperor or other rulers.
Express - To express respect towards the actions or possessions of the emperor or other rulers.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
実 means "fruit, reality, truth, actuality."
Fruit, Seed Of A Plant - Refers to the fruit or seed of a plant.
Abundance - Refers to being full or abundant.
Truth - Refers to truthfulness or sincerity.
Sincerity - Refers to being genuine or honest.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
巳 means "snake, serpent."
Snake - The fifth of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals.
Direction - South-southeast.
Time - 10am and two hours before and after.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
柞 means "a general term for quercus serrata and quercus spp."
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
實 means "reality, truth, fruit, seed."
Ripen - To become ripe or mature.
Fulfill - To become full or abundant.
Sincerity - Genuine feelings or intentions.
Truth - Without falsehood or deceit.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
身 means "body, oneself."
Body - The physical body, torso, or flesh.
Self - Oneself, from oneself, or by oneself.
Center - The center of an object or the trunk of a tree.
Oneself - Me, myself, or I.
Pregnancy - To become pregnant or to carry a child.
Meat - The flesh of an animal.
原 means "origin, source, foundation."
Origin, Source - Going back to the original source. The beginning or cause of something.
Forgiveness - To not blame someone for their mistakes.
Seriousness, Integrity - Being serious and honest. Being sincere and honest.
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Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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