The kanji 明

明

Meaning

clarity

Readings in names

Mei

How this character is read when it spells a name in our dictionary.

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Questions

What does the kanji 明 mean?+

明 means clarity.

How is 明 read in names?+

In the names in our dictionary, 明 is read Mei.

Which names use 明?+

For example Mohammed, Mason, Maisie, Macy, Ahmed.

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