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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 "Oda," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
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小 means "small, little, tiny."
Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.
Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.
Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.
Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.
Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
尾 means "tail, end, suffix."
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
織 means "weave, fabricate, knit."
Weave - To interlace threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Weaving - The process of interlacing threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Weave a loom - To use a loom to interlace threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Weave cloth - To interlace threads or other strands to form a cloth.
Woven product - A product made by interlacing threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Assemble - To put together parts to form a whole.
Emblem - A symbol or design used to represent a group, organization, or idea.
Flag - A piece of cloth with a design or symbol used as a symbol of a nation, organization, or idea.
Flag emblem - A symbol or design used to represent a nation, organization, or idea.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
恩 means "gratitude, kindness, favor."
Grace - A kind and generous act, often given without expecting anything in return.
Mercy - Compassion and forgiveness shown towards someone, especially when punishment is deserved.
Compassion - A deep feeling of sympathy and understanding for someone or something, often accompanied by a desire to help.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
折 means "fold, break, bend."
To fold - To bend or crease something, such as paper or cloth, so that it takes up less space.
To break - To cause something to separate into two or more pieces, often with a sudden, sharp sound.
To weaken - To reduce the strength or effectiveness of something.
To judge - To form an opinion or conclusion about something after careful consideration.
To die - To pass away
Occasion - A particular time or set of circumstances.
Box - A container made by folding a thin board or thick paper.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
小 means "small, little, tiny."
Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.
Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.
Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.
Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.
Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.
多 means "many, numerous, much."
緒 means "beginning, end, thread, cord, strap."
Beginning - The start or origin of something.
Thread - The end or tip of a thread.
Continuity - A connection or series of events.
Heart - A feeling or emotion.
Cord - A long, continuous thing.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
於 means "at, in, on."
At, On, In - This kanji is used to indicate a time or place.
Oh - This kanji is used to express emotion, such as awe or admiration.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
老 means "old, aged, senior."
To age - To grow old, to become elderly.
Elderly person - Someone who has accumulated experience and is experienced.
To treat as elderly - To treat someone with respect due to their age.
To retire due to age - To retire from work due to having reached a certain age.
Lao Tzu - A Chinese philosopher, also known as Laozi, whose abbreviated name is "Lao".
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
織 means "weave, fabricate, knit."
Weave - To interlace threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Weaving - The process of interlacing threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Weave a loom - To use a loom to interlace threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Weave cloth - To interlace threads or other strands to form a cloth.
Woven product - A product made by interlacing threads or other strands to form a fabric or material.
Assemble - To put together parts to form a whole.
Emblem - A symbol or design used to represent a group, organization, or idea.
Flag - A piece of cloth with a design or symbol used as a symbol of a nation, organization, or idea.
Flag emblem - A symbol or design used to represent a nation, organization, or idea.
戸 means "door, household, family, counter for houses."
押 means "push, press, hold down."
Push - To press or push something.
Restrain - To hold back or restrain something.
Impose - To force or impose something.
Secure - To secure or hold something in place.
Stamp - A mark or signature used as a substitute for a signature.
Pressure - The force of trying to get one's point across, even if it is unreasonable.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
侭 means "all. all."
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
越 means "to cross over, to exceed, to surpass."
To cross over or pass through - To go beyond a certain point or boundary.
To exceed - To go beyond a certain limit or degree.
To overcome - To surmount or get over an obstacle or difficulty.
Wordy - To be overly long or complicated.
To fall - To stumble or trip.
To scatter - To disperse or break up into pieces.
A country name from the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period.
An old name for the Hokuriku region of Japan.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
纓 means "cord. the cord of a crown."
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
生 means "life, birth, raw, uncooked."
To live - Alive, living, life, living things, life force.
To dwell - Dwelling, living, life.
Innate - Innate, inborn, natural.
To grow - Grow, sprout, cultivate.
Unprocessed - Unprocessed, unripe, unskilled.
Pure - Pure, Unmixed, unadulterated.
Scholar - Scholar, intellectual, teacher.
Student - Student, pupil, disciple.
田 means "rice field, rice paddy."
Field - A general term for cultivated land.
Tillage - To cultivate the land.
Place of Production - A metaphor for a place that produces something.
Countryside - A rural area.
Hunting - To hunt or go hunting.
尾 means "tail, end, suffix."
太 means "thick, fat, big."
Last names that have the same initial of O.
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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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