Ren in Japanese
In Japanese, Ren is written in katakana as レン (Ren), the way Japanese people write foreign names. To write it in kanji, each sound gets a character chosen for its meaning. Our top pick is 蓮 (ren): “lotus”.
How Ren sounds in Japanese
Kanji for Ren
- 蓮ren lotusThe lotus, which blooms pure above muddy water. A top name for Japanese boys.
- 礼re courtesyRespect and good manners; bowing to others.
- 怜re wisdomClever and wise, with a gentle heart.
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Questions about Ren in Japanese
How do you write Ren in Japanese?
Ren is written レン in katakana. Katakana is the script Japanese people use for foreign names, so this is how Ren would appear on a Japanese ID card, a café cup or a name tag.
What are the best kanji for Ren?
Our top pick is 蓮 (Ren). 蓮 means “lotus”. Other good options are 礼 (Re) and 怜 (Re).
Is 蓮 a real Japanese name?
Yes. 蓮 is also found in Japan as a girl’s name, read Ren, so it looks natural to Japanese readers. For Ren, it works as both a real-looking Japanese name and a kanji spelling of your own name.
How many strokes is 蓮?
蓮 has 13 strokes. That is quite simple to write by hand, even for beginners.
Can I use 蓮 as a tattoo?
Each character in 蓮 has a positive meaning, so it is a reasonable choice. Keep in mind that Japanese people will read it as the meaning of the characters, not instantly as “Ren”. If you want your name to be recognized, katakana (レン) is clearer. Either way, ask a native speaker to check the final design.
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