Elvis in Japanese
In Japanese, Elvis is written in katakana as エルビス (Erubisu), 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 瑛瑠美寿 (erubisu): “crystal”, “lapis lazuli”, “beauty”, “long life”.
How Elvis sounds in Japanese
Kanji for Elvis
- 瑛e crystalThe clear sparkle of crystal or a polished gem.
- 瑠ru lapis lazuliThe deep blue stone prized in old Asia as one of the seven treasures.In Japan, 瑠璃色 (ruri-iro) is the name of a rich, royal blue.
- 美bi beautyBeauty in every form; one of the most loved characters in Japanese names.
- 寿su long lifeCelebration and long life; a character written at weddings and New Year.寿 is written on celebration gift envelopes and New Year sweets as a wish for a long, happy life.
- 永ei eternityForever; a bond or spirit that lasts through time.
- 瑠ru lapis lazuliThe deep blue stone prized in old Asia as one of the seven treasures.In Japan, 瑠璃色 (ruri-iro) is the name of a rich, royal blue.
- 美bi beautyBeauty in every form; one of the most loved characters in Japanese names.
- 寿su long lifeCelebration and long life; a character written at weddings and New Year.寿 is written on celebration gift envelopes and New Year sweets as a wish for a long, happy life.
- 英e brillianceOutstanding talent, the kind that stands out from the crowd. Also the first character of “hero.”
- 瑠ru lapis lazuliThe deep blue stone prized in old Asia as one of the seven treasures.In Japan, 瑠璃色 (ruri-iro) is the name of a rich, royal blue.
- 美bi beautyBeauty in every form; one of the most loved characters in Japanese names.
- 珠su pearlA pearl or jewel; something precious and round.Japan revolutionized cultured pearl farming in the late 19th century through the pioneering work of Kokichi Mikimoto.
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How common are these kanji in Japan?
- 瑛 (crystal) is used in Japanese given names.
- 瑠 (lapis lazuli) is common in Japanese given names.
- 美 (beauty) is one of the most common characters in Japanese given names.
- 寿 (long life) is common in Japanese given names.
Elvis in anime worlds
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Questions about Elvis in Japanese
How do you write Elvis in Japanese?
Elvis is written エルビス in katakana. Katakana is the script Japanese people use for foreign names, so this is how Elvis would appear on a Japanese ID card, a café cup or a name tag.
What are the best kanji for Elvis?
Our top pick is 瑛瑠美寿 (Erubisu). 瑛 means “crystal”, 瑠 means “lapis lazuli”, 美 means “beauty” and 寿 means “long life”. Other good options are 永瑠美寿 (Eirubisu) and 英瑠美珠 (Erubisu).
Is 瑛瑠美寿 a real Japanese name?
Not as a traditional name. Japanese people write foreign names in katakana, so 瑛瑠美寿 is a creative kanji spelling (called ateji), chosen for its sounds and meanings. Japanese readers will understand what each character means, and many will enjoy the idea behind it.
How many strokes is 瑛瑠美寿?
瑛瑠美寿 has 42 strokes in total (瑛: 12, 瑠: 14, 美: 9, 寿: 7). It takes some practice to write neatly, so look up the stroke order before trying it with a brush.
Can I use 瑛瑠美寿 as a tattoo?
Each character in 瑛瑠美寿 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 “Elvis”. If you want your name to be recognized, katakana (エルビス) is clearer. Either way, ask a native speaker to check the final design.
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