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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 "Shikama," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
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鹿 means "deer, antelope."
Deer - A hoofed mammal with slender legs and antlers on the males.
Symbol of power and authority - A metaphor for positions of power such as emperors and kings.
Granary - A square-shaped storehouse for grains.
間 means "interval, space, time, room, pause."
Inside - The interior of something.
Time - A period of time.
Recently - Recently.
A while - For a short period of time.
Gap - A gap or separation.
To separate - To create a space between two things.
To spy - To take advantage of a gap to spy.
Secretly - Secretly.
To switch - To switch places.
To mix - To mix together.
To heal - To get better from an illness.
Unit of length - A unit of length equal to six shaku (approximately 1.8 meters).
Relationship - A connection between two things.
Condition - The state of something.
色 means "color."
Color - The color of something, the hue, the shade, the tone.
Expression - The facial expression, the shape of the face.
Interest - The charm, the peculiarity, the appearance.
To Color - To add color, to give something a color.
Passion - The passion between men and women.
Everything - In Buddhism, all forms that can be perceived by the senses.
Lover - A person with whom one is in love.
Tone - The sound, the pitch.
摩 means "friction, rub, chafe."
志 means "aspiration, ambition, goal."
Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Record - To remember or recall.
Document - To record or document.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
鎌 means "sickle, scythe."
Scythe - A farming tool used to cut grass.
鹿 means "deer, antelope."
Deer - A hoofed mammal with slender legs and antlers on the males.
Symbol of power and authority - A metaphor for positions of power such as emperors and kings.
Granary - A square-shaped storehouse for grains.
釜 means "kettle, pot, cauldron."
a metal cooking utensil used to boil or steam food.
飾 means "decorative, adornment, embellishment."
Decorate - To make something look more attractive by adding something to it.
Ornament - An object used to make something look more attractive.
磨 means "polish, brush, grind."
Grind - To reduce something to small particles by crushing it with an abrasive surface.
Pull - To apply force to something in order to move it in a particular direction.
Rub - To move one's hand or an object over a surface with pressure.
Polish - To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it with an abrasive material.
Diligence - To be hardworking and persistent in one's efforts.
飾 means "decorative, adornment, embellishment."
Decorate - To make something look more attractive by adding something to it.
Ornament - An object used to make something look more attractive.
間 means "interval, space, time, room, pause."
Inside - The interior of something.
Time - A period of time.
Recently - Recently.
A while - For a short period of time.
Gap - A gap or separation.
To separate - To create a space between two things.
To spy - To take advantage of a gap to spy.
Secretly - Secretly.
To switch - To switch places.
To mix - To mix together.
To heal - To get better from an illness.
Unit of length - A unit of length equal to six shaku (approximately 1.8 meters).
Relationship - A connection between two things.
Condition - The state of something.
鹿 means "deer, antelope."
Deer - A hoofed mammal with slender legs and antlers on the males.
Symbol of power and authority - A metaphor for positions of power such as emperors and kings.
Granary - A square-shaped storehouse for grains.
真 means "truth, reality, genuine."
錺 means "decoration. metal decoration."
間 means "interval, space, time, room, pause."
Inside - The interior of something.
Time - A period of time.
Recently - Recently.
A while - For a short period of time.
Gap - A gap or separation.
To separate - To create a space between two things.
To spy - To take advantage of a gap to spy.
Secretly - Secretly.
To switch - To switch places.
To mix - To mix together.
To heal - To get better from an illness.
Unit of length - A unit of length equal to six shaku (approximately 1.8 meters).
Relationship - A connection between two things.
Condition - The state of something.
飾 means "decorative, adornment, embellishment."
Decorate - To make something look more attractive by adding something to it.
Ornament - An object used to make something look more attractive.
万 means "ten thousand."
Ten thousand - This is a number name that is ten times the number of thousand.
All - This refers to everything or all of something.
Never - This refers to something that will never happen, no matter what.
Absolutely - This refers to something that is certain and without doubt.
志 means "aspiration, ambition, goal."
Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Record - To remember or recall.
Document - To record or document.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
釜 means "kettle, pot, cauldron."
a metal cooking utensil used to boil or steam food.
而 means "and, furthermore, moreover."
And - A conjunction used to indicate a sequence or connection between two events or ideas.
Moreover - Used to introduce a further point or fact in support of an argument.
Yet - Used to introduce a contrasting idea or fact.
You - A word used to refer to the person being addressed.
Beard - A growth of hair on the chin, cheeks, and throat of a person, especially a man.
摩 means "friction, rub, chafe."
飾 means "decorative, adornment, embellishment."
Decorate - To make something look more attractive by adding something to it.
Ornament - An object used to make something look more attractive.
麻 means "hemp, flax, linen."
志 means "aspiration, ambition, goal."
Aspiration - To direct one's heart towards a certain goal or objective.
Resolution - A goal or objective determined in one's heart.
Record - To remember or recall.
Document - To record or document.
Writings - A record written down. A book.
Shima - An abbreviation of Shima.
佳 means "excellent, beautiful, good."
Good - Having desirable or positive qualities
Beautiful - Having qualities of beauty
Splendid - Very impressive
Excellent - Of the highest quality
Wonderful - Extraordinary
摩 means "friction, rub, chafe."
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Please note that just because a name has been viewed more times does not mean it is a famous name in Japan.
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?
English Transcription is a term used when translating Japanese names into English. It represents a romanised version of the name with the aim of reproducing the pronunciation as accurately as possible. English Transcription can also be used for name searches.
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?
The names are sorted by the number of Japanese households where the surname is used.
The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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