Your Name in Kanji
Ateji converter that only uses kanji with positive, verified meanings. See what every character means, and swap any of them.
Frequently asked questions
Can my name be written in kanji?
Foreign names are normally written in katakana, the Japanese script for loanwords. A kanji rendering (ateji) assigns characters by sound as an artistic choice. Every candidate is labelled: whether a Japanese reader can actually read it (◎ / ○ / △) and whether the meaning is positive, neutral or negative. Nothing is hidden from you — characters with darker meanings stay in the list, clearly marked, because some people want them.
Is a kanji name accurate Japanese?
Ateji is decorative, not an official spelling. If you need your name understood in Japan — documents, addresses — use katakana. For art, calligraphy or tattoos, ateji is a recognized tradition; just verify the meanings, which this tool shows for every character.