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Hisashi 久 – Japanese unisex given name
Hisashi (久) is read ひさし and has 3 syllables. It is used for both boys and girls. Written as 久, the characters mean: long time. This reading can be written with at least 59 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 3 to 15 strokes in total.
About the name Hisashi
Hisashi (久 or 寿) means long or longevity, a wish for a long life.
How to write Hisashi in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 久 | ひさし | long time | 3 |
| 寿 | ひさし | longevity | 7 |
| 尚志 | ひさし | esteem + intention | 15 |
| 久二 | ひさし | long time + two | 5 |
| 千士 | ひさし | thousand + gentleman | 6 |
| 長志 | ひさし | long + intention | 15 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Hisashi
Hisashi in different scripts
| Romaji | Hisashi |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | ひさし |
| Katakana | ヒサシ |
| Kanji (most common) | 久 |
Full name examples
- Hisashi Yuki (Japanese order: 結城久, ゆうき ひさし)
- Hisashi Kono (Japanese order: 河野久, こうの ひさし)
- Hisashi Maki (Japanese order: 牧久, まき ひさし)
How to pronounce Hisashi
Break it into 3 parts: hi · sa · shi. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 3 sound units are written ひさし.
Questions about Hisashi
What does Hisashi mean in Japanese?
Hisashi has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 久, combines these meanings: long time. Other spellings include 寿 (longevity), 尚志 (esteem + intention), 久二 (long time + two).
How do you write Hisashi in kanji?
The most common way is 久 (ひさし). It can also be written 寿, 尚志, 久二, 千士, 長志.
How do you write Hisashi in katakana?
Hisashi is ヒサシ in katakana and ひさし in hiragana.
Is Hisashi a boy or girl name?
Hisashi is used for both boys and girls.
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Other names that use 久
久: long time, old story
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