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Omi 大実 – Japanese girl given name
Omi (大実) is read おおみ and has 3 syllables. It is mostly used for girls. Written as 大実, the characters mean: large + reality. This reading can be written with at least 29 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 11 to 16 strokes in total.
How to write Omi in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 大実 | おおみ | large + reality | 11 |
| 小実 | おみ | little + reality | 11 |
| 大海 | おうみ | large + sea | 12 |
| 小海 | おみ | little + sea | 12 |
| 大美 | おおみ | large + beauty | 12 |
| 欧実 | おうみ | Europe + reality | 16 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Omi
Omi in different scripts
| Romaji | Omi |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | おおみ |
| Katakana | オオミ |
| Kanji (most common) | 大実 |
Full name examples
- Omi Yuki (Japanese order: 結城大実, ゆうき おおみ)
- Omi Kono (Japanese order: 河野大実, こうの おおみ)
- Omi Maki (Japanese order: 牧大実, まき おおみ)
How to pronounce Omi
Break it into 2 parts: o · mi. 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 おおみ.
Questions about Omi
What does Omi mean in Japanese?
Omi has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 大実, combines these meanings: large + reality. Other spellings include 小実 (little + reality), 大海 (large + sea), 小海 (little + sea).
How do you write Omi in kanji?
The most common way is 大実 (おおみ). It can also be written 小実, 大海, 小海, 大美, 欧実.
How do you write Omi in katakana?
Omi is オオミ in katakana and おおみ in hiragana.
Is Omi a boy or girl name?
Omi is mostly used for girls.
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