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Nagami
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 "Nagami," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
見 means "see, look at."
長 means "long, leader, chief."
Long - Time, distance, size, length, etc.
Leader - Someone in charge.
Elderly - Older person.
Superior - Outstanding.
Excess - Unnecessary.
見 means "see, look at."
永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
長 means "long, leader, chief."
Long - Time, distance, size, length, etc.
Leader - Someone in charge.
Elderly - Older person.
Superior - Outstanding.
Excess - Unnecessary.
神 means "god, deity."
God - The divine being, the creator of all things.
Mysterious Work - Unfathomable and spiritual work.
Soul - The spiritual essence of a person.
Heart - The innermost part of a person.
Excellence - The highest level of achievement.
Preciousness - Something of great value.
永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
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.
名 means "name, family name, given name."
Name - A name given to someone or something.
Reputation - A good reputation or honor.
Achievement - Accomplishments or successes.
Notable - Being well-known or famous.
Formal - The outward appearance or surface.
Counting - A word used to count people.
上 means "up, above, top."
永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
味 means "taste, flavor."
Taste - The sensation experienced on the tongue when eating or drinking.
Interest - The enjoyment or amusement derived from something.
Meaning - The significance or importance of something.
To Appreciate - To experience and understand the meaning and depth of something.
Smell - The sensation experienced through the nose, such as a foul or pleasant odor.
Counting Dishes - A term used to count the number of dishes in a meal.
Refinement - A state of being well-mannered and tasteful.
長 means "long, leader, chief."
Long - Time, distance, size, length, etc.
Leader - Someone in charge.
Elderly - Older person.
Superior - Outstanding.
Excess - Unnecessary.
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.
永 means "eternity, permanence."
Long - Lasting for a long time or distance.
Far - Distant in space or time.
Eternal - Lasting forever.
Permanent - Lasting without end.
Limitless - Having no boundaries or limits.
Endless - Continuing without end.
Prolong - To make something last longer.
未 means "not yet, un-, non-."
長 means "long, leader, chief."
Long - Time, distance, size, length, etc.
Leader - Someone in charge.
Elderly - Older person.
Superior - Outstanding.
Excess - Unnecessary.
三 means "three, third, threefold."
Three - The number three.
Third - The third item in a sequence.
Frequently - Doing something multiple times.
流 means "stream, flow, current."
Flow - To flow, to stream, for water to flow, to drift, to wander.
Spread - To spread, to disseminate, to pass on.
Exile - To exile as a punishment, to send away to a distant place.
Stream - A stream, a flowing river, a changing state.
Fellowship - Companions, bloodline, same kind.
Status - Quality, class, rank, social standing.
Unfounded - Something without basis, something done carelessly, something uncertain.
Counting - A way of counting flags or brooms.
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.
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