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Shimmei
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  • Hiraganatip:しんめい
  • Katakanatip:シンメイ
  • Householdstip:aprx. 700
  • English transcriptiontip:Shimmei, Simmei

This name is also used as a first name: First name / Given nameShimmei

Kanji Names & Meanings - 7 variations

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 "Shimmei," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.

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新明- Shimmei -

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means "new, fresh, modern."

  • New - Refers to something that is fresh and has not been experienced before.

  • Renew - To make something new or to change something.

  • Fresh - Refers to something that is new and has not been experienced before.

means "bright, clear, obvious."

  • Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.

  • Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.

  • Reveal - To make something known or clear.

  • Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.

  • Next - Refers to the following day or year.

  • Lamp, Light - An object used to make something bright.

  • World - Refers to the current world.

  • Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 400

神明- Shimmei -

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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.

means "bright, clear, obvious."

  • Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.

  • Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.

  • Reveal - To make something known or clear.

  • Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.

  • Next - Refers to the following day or year.

  • Lamp, Light - An object used to make something bright.

  • World - Refers to the current world.

  • Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 100

神名- Shimmei -

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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.

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.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 60

新名- Shimmei -

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means "new, fresh, modern."

  • New - Refers to something that is fresh and has not been experienced before.

  • Renew - To make something new or to change something.

  • Fresh - Refers to something that is new and has not been experienced before.

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.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 20

真明- Shimmei -

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means "truth, reality, genuine."

means "bright, clear, obvious."

  • Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.

  • Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.

  • Reveal - To make something known or clear.

  • Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.

  • Next - Refers to the following day or year.

  • Lamp, Light - An object used to make something bright.

  • World - Refers to the current world.

  • Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 20

進明- Shimmei -

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means "advance, progress, proceed."

  • Advance - To move forward.

  • Ascend - To rise in rank or status.

  • Serve - To go into service. To become an official.

  • Promote - To offer or present.

  • Gift - A present or farewell gift.

  • Fulfill - To do one's best.

means "bright, clear, obvious."

  • Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.

  • Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.

  • Reveal - To make something known or clear.

  • Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.

  • Next - Refers to the following day or year.

  • Lamp, Light - An object used to make something bright.

  • World - Refers to the current world.

  • Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.

  • Householdstip: under 10

震明- Shimmei -

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means "shake, tremble, quake."

  • Shake, Vibrate - To move or cause to move back and forth rapidly.

  • Tremble, Quiver - To shake or quiver with fear, cold, or excitement.

  • Thunder - A loud, explosive sound caused by lightning.

  • Shock - A sudden, intense feeling of fear or surprise.

means "bright, clear, obvious."

  • Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.

  • Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.

  • Reveal - To make something known or clear.

  • Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.

  • Next - Refers to the following day or year.

  • Lamp, Light - An object used to make something bright.

  • World - Refers to the current world.

  • Chinese Dynasty - The name of a Chinese dynasty.

  • Householdstip: under 10

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