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26,919 first names, 70,620 last names, 326,959 kanji variations.
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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 "Sumiya," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
Introduction to how Japanese names work About this site's data of last names
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
谷 means "valley, ravine."
角 means "horn, corner."
Horns - The horns on the head of an animal. Also, something shaped like a horn.
Pointed - A sharp point.
Corner - The corner of something. The edge of an object.
Shogi Piece - One of the pieces in the Japanese board game Shogi, "角(Kaku)".
屋 means "house, shop, building."
Roof - A roof that covers a house.
Covering - Something that covers an object like a roof.
Occupation, Business - A word used to describe a profession or store.
角 means "horn, corner."
Horns - The horns on the head of an animal. Also, something shaped like a horn.
Pointed - A sharp point.
Corner - The corner of something. The edge of an object.
Shogi Piece - One of the pieces in the Japanese board game Shogi, "角(Kaku)".
谷 means "valley, ravine."
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
吉 means "good luck, fortune, auspiciousness."
Good - Indicating a favorable outcome or a positive attitude.
Wise - Having or showing good judgment or sound thinking.
Excellent - Of the highest quality, outstanding.
Respectable - Deserving of respect, honorable.
Fortunate - Having good luck, blessed.
Auspicious - Giving the promise of success, propitious.
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
屋 means "house, shop, building."
Roof - A roof that covers a house.
Covering - Something that covers an object like a roof.
Occupation, Business - A word used to describe a profession or store.
隅 means "corner, nook, recess."
Corner - A point or area at the intersection of two lines, edges, or surfaces.
Nook - A small, secluded, or sheltered area.
屋 means "house, shop, building."
Roof - A roof that covers a house.
Covering - Something that covers an object like a roof.
Occupation, Business - A word used to describe a profession or store.
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
家 means "house, home, family."
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
矢 means "arrow, dart."
墨 means "black ink."
Ink - Used for writing and drawing.
Black - Dark in color.
Imprisonment - A punishment involving imprisonment.
屋 means "house, shop, building."
Roof - A roof that covers a house.
Covering - Something that covers an object like a roof.
Occupation, Business - A word used to describe a profession or store.
墨 means "black ink."
Ink - Used for writing and drawing.
Black - Dark in color.
Imprisonment - A punishment involving imprisonment.
矢 means "arrow, dart."
角 means "horn, corner."
Horns - The horns on the head of an animal. Also, something shaped like a horn.
Pointed - A sharp point.
Corner - The corner of something. The edge of an object.
Shogi Piece - One of the pieces in the Japanese board game Shogi, "角(Kaku)".
家 means "house, home, family."
清 means "pure, clear, clean."
Shin - A Chinese dynasty.
家 means "house, home, family."
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
宅 means "house, home, residence."
住 means "reside, live, dwell."
To Live In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and live there.
To Remain In A Certain Place - To stay in a certain place and not move from it.
Dwelling - A place of residence.
To Stop - To halt or cease.
舎 means "house, cottage, hut."
House - A building or residence.
Inn - A place to stay overnight.
Rest - To take a break or relax.
Distance - The distance a military unit can travel in one day, approximately thirty miles.
Humility - A term used to express humility for oneself or one's family.
Place - To put something in a certain location.
Discard - To throw away.
Forgive - To allow and release someone.
Leave - To put something in a certain place and leave it there.
栖 means "dwelling, nest, roost."
Dwell - To live in a particular place or environment.
Shelter - To provide protection or safety from harm or danger.
Nest - A structure built by a bird to lay eggs and raise young.
宮 means "palace, shrine, temple."
Imperial Residence - A building such as a temple or shrine where the emperor lives.
House - A large house.
Capital Punishment - A severe punishment that removes reproductive functions. 宮刑
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
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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?
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The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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