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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 variations for "Yanai," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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柳 means "willow, a type of tree."
Willow Tree - A type of tree from the willow family, often referred to as a weeping willow.
General Term - A general term for trees from the willow family.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
矢 means "arrow, dart."
Arrow - A weapon shot with a bowstring.
Correct - To make something right or accurate.
Straight - Moving in a direct line.
Vow - A solemn promise or pledge.
Bestow - To give or confer.
Feces - Waste matter discharged from the bowels.
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
箭 means "arrow, arrow shaft, arrow material."
Arrow - Object shot from a bow.
Arrow Material - Material used to make arrows, specifically bamboo or fern stems.
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
柳 means "willow, a type of tree."
Willow Tree - A type of tree from the willow family, often referred to as a weeping willow.
General Term - A general term for trees from the willow family.
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
梁 means "beam, girder."
Bridge - A bridge that spans across two points, usually made of planks or other materials.
Beam - A horizontal timber that supports a roof.
Weir - A structure built in a river to control the flow of water and catch fish.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
楊 means "willow, poplar."
Willow Tree - A deciduous, low-growing tree of the willow family.
Cat Willow - A type of willow tree with a distinctive shape.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
桝 means "masu, square container, theater box."
Masu - A square container used for measuring the volume of things.
Theater Box - A square partition for audience seats in theaters, such as plays and sumo, or the seats themselves.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
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.
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
谷 means "valley, ravine."
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
野 means "field, plain, wilderness."
Wild - Refers to the natural state of the environment, untamed and free.
Open - Refers to the wide open spaces, with no boundaries or restrictions.
Unpretentious - Refers to the simplicity and lack of ornamentation.
Natural - Refers to the untouched state of the environment, with no human interference.
Area - Refers to the geographical area, with its own boundaries and limits.
Uninhabited - Refers to the lack of human presence in the area.
Countryside - Refers to the rural areas, with its own unique culture and traditions.
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
簗 means "a contrivance in which trees or bamboos are arranged in a river to hold back the water and catch fish."
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
染 means "dye, color, stain."
Dye - To apply color to fabric or other materials.
Be Influenced - To be changed in character due to external influences.
Imbue - To deeply feel or be filled with emotion.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
柳 means "willow, a type of tree."
Willow Tree - A type of tree from the willow family, often referred to as a weeping willow.
General Term - A general term for trees from the willow family.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
安 means "peace, cheap, low-priced."
Peaceful - A peaceful and tranquil state, feeling calm and relaxed.
Reassuring - To make someone feel secure and at ease.
Enjoyment - To experience pleasure and satisfaction.
Affordable - Having a low price or cost.
Easy - Requiring little effort or difficulty.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
家 means "house, home, family."
Family - A group of people related by blood or marriage.
Lineage - A group of people descended from a common ancestor.
Specialty - A branch of knowledge or art. People belonging to it.
To Live - To inhabit or reside in a place.
内 means "inside, within."
Inside - Refers to the inside of a certain range.
Internal - Refers to the inside of something.
During A Period Of Time - Refers to a certain period of time.
Within The Family - Refers to the inside of a family, such as a wife.
Enter - Refers to entering something.
Secretly - Refers to doing something secretly.
Cherish - Refers to cherishing something.
Put In - Refers to putting something inside something else.
Store - Refers to storing something.
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