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This name is also used as a first name: Mitsui
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 "Mitsui," 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.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
ツ is katakana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
満 means "full, complete, satisfied."
Fulfill - To satisfy or complete a requirement or expectation.
Fill - To make full or complete.
Be Full - To be completely filled or occupied.
Satisfy - To meet the needs or desires of someone.
Entirety - The whole or complete amount of something.
All - Everything or everyone included in a group.
Every - Each and every one of a group.
Reach - To extend or arrive at a destination.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
津 means "port, haven, ferry, ford."
Crossing, Ferry - A place where people and goods can cross a body of water.
Moisture - Water that seeps, gushes, overflows, or moistens something.
Fluid - Bodily fluids such as saliva, sweat, and tears.
Clue, Guide - A hint or indication that can be used to lead someone in the right direction.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
密 means "dense, thick, close, secret."
Secret, Hidden - Not known to others, not visible to others.
Detailed, Thorough - No gaps, tightly packed, closely attached.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
満 means "full, complete, satisfied."
Fulfill - To satisfy or complete a requirement or expectation.
Fill - To make full or complete.
Be Full - To be completely filled or occupied.
Satisfy - To meet the needs or desires of someone.
Entirety - The whole or complete amount of something.
All - Everything or everyone included in a group.
Every - Each and every one of a group.
Reach - To extend or arrive at a destination.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
ツ is katakana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
密 means "dense, thick, close, secret."
Secret, Hidden - Not known to others, not visible to others.
Detailed, Thorough - No gaps, tightly packed, closely attached.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
都 means "city, capital."
Big Town - Refers to a large city, such as Tokyo, which is the capital of Japan.
Emperor's Palace - Refers to the palace of the Emperor of Japan.
To Rule - Refers to the act of governing or ruling over a group of people or a country.
Elegant - Refers to a graceful and refined manner or style.
Graceful And Beautiful - Refers to a graceful and beautiful appearance or manner.
To Gather - Refers to the act of coming together in a group or gathering.
To Collect - Refers to the act of gathering or collecting items.
Everything - Refers to all things or all people.
Everyone - Refers to all people or everyone.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
光 means "light, radiance."
Light - Brightness, illumination, to shine, to sparkle.
Honor - Fame, reputation, glory.
Scene - Appearance, state.
Blessing - Benefit, grace.
Time - Moment, date.
Respect - Showing respect for another's actions. e.g. 光臨(visit)
移 means "move, transfer, shift."
蜜 means "honey, nectar."
Honey - A sweet substance produced by bees.
Sanskrit Transliteration - A character used to represent the sound of Sanskrit words. e.g. 波羅蜜.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
満 means "full, complete, satisfied."
Fulfill - To satisfy or complete a requirement or expectation.
Fill - To make full or complete.
Be Full - To be completely filled or occupied.
Satisfy - To meet the needs or desires of someone.
Entirety - The whole or complete amount of something.
All - Everything or everyone included in a group.
Every - Each and every one of a group.
Reach - To extend or arrive at a destination.
以 means "by means of, with, because of, in view of, according to."
Think, Contemplate - To consider or ponder something.
Reason, Cause - A justification or explanation for something.
Therefore, Consequently - To indicate a result or consequence.
Already - To indicate something has already happened.
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
つ is hiragana, which is phonetic but without meaning.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
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