Japanese Baby Names
Names with Japanese roots, from the traditional favorites to the modern picks, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 100+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #219
Ryu
Japanese · Boy
Dragon, a name of mythic power and noble ferocity.
- #755
Hana
Japanese · Girl
Means flower, a simple name blooming with natural beauty.
- #904
Kenji
Japanese · Boy
A strong name meaning intelligent second son, full of wisdom.
- #910
Rei
Japanese · Unisex
A name meaning gratitude, beauty, or zero depending on the characters used, Rei is...
- #1210
Zen
Japanese · Unisex
A state of calm meditation and inner peace.
- #1313
Ren
Japanese · Unisex
A lotus flower, pure and beautiful.
- #1313
Ren
Japanese · Boy
A pure name meaning lotus, symbolizing beauty rising from still waters.
- #1355
Emi
Japanese · Girl
Means beautiful blessing, a name of graceful fortune.
- #1491
Kiyomi
Japanese · Girl
Means pure beauty, a name of clear and honest grace.
- #1936
Rena
Japanese · Girl
Means rebirth, a name of new beginnings and hope.
- #2075
Yuri
Japanese · Unisex
Lily flower, delicate and graceful in every way.
- #2195
Sora
Japanese · Girl
Means sky, an open and boundless name of freedom.
- #2229
Kaito
Japanese · Boy
A spirited name meaning ocean flying, evoking vast seas and skies.
- #2360
Hiro
Japanese · Unisex
Generous and broad-minded, with a wide and open heart.
- #2360
Hiro
Japanese · Boy
A beloved name meaning generous and abundant.
- #2594
Mei
Japanese · Girl
Means beautiful, a brief and lovely name of grace.
- #2713
Akira
Japanese · Unisex
Bright and clear, illuminating the path ahead.
- #2713
Akira
Japanese · Boy
A luminous name meaning bright and clear, full of vision.
- #2865
Aiko
Japanese · Girl
Means beloved child, a name of deep parental love.
- #3026
Sakura
Japanese · Girl
Means cherry blossom, the iconic flower of springtime Japan.
- #3373
Sora
Japanese · Boy
A dreamy name meaning sky, capturing the wonder of open heavens.
- #3373
Sora
Japanese · Unisex
The endless sky, open and free.
- #3426
Tatsuo
Japanese · Boy
A powerful name meaning dragon man with deep courage.
- #3599
Hinata
Japanese · Girl
Means sunflower or sunny place, warm and bright.
- #3641
Noboru
Japanese · Boy
An ascending name meaning to rise and climb higher.
- #3671
Nori
Japanese · Boy
A gentle name meaning ceremony and tradition.
- #3746
Mika
Japanese · Unisex
Beautiful fragrance, delicate and memorable.
- #3928
Saburo
Japanese · Boy
A cheerful name meaning third son, bright and joyful.
- #3943
Shoichi
Japanese · Boy
A bright name meaning prosperous first son who leads.
- #4299
Sayuri
Japanese · Girl
Means small lily, a name of petite floral beauty.
- #4300
Jun
Japanese · Unisex
Pure and genuine, a spirit of honesty.
- #4348
Riku
Japanese · Unisex
The solid and fertile land beneath our feet.
- #4348
Riku
Japanese · Boy
A grounded name meaning land and earth, strong and steady.
- #4583
Rin
Japanese · Girl
Means dignified, a name of quiet strength and poise.
- #4717
Yumi
Japanese · Girl
Means beauty and grace, a name of gentle elegance.
- #4784
Ryo
Japanese · Unisex
A refreshing coolness, clear and invigorating.
- #4784
Ryo
Japanese · Boy
A crisp name meaning refreshing coolness and clarity.
- #4796
Shinobu
Japanese · Unisex
One who endures with quiet grace.
- #4871
Haru
Japanese · Unisex
The warmth and brightness of spring.
- #4895
Soichi
Japanese · Boy
A creative name meaning inventive first son.
- #5055
Haruki
Japanese · Boy
A name meaning spring child, evoking the beauty of new beginnings.
- #5055
Haruki
Japanese · Unisex
A child of shining spring light.
- #5439
Yuki
Japanese · Girl
Means snow or happiness, a name of serene purity.
- #5565
Naoki
Japanese · Boy
A name meaning honest tree, rooted in integrity and truth.
- #5747
Mio
Japanese · Girl
Means beautiful cherry blossom, a name of delicate bloom.
- #5796
Kenshin
Japanese · Boy
A noble name meaning modest truth and humble heart.
- #6177
Tsuyoshi
Japanese · Boy
A mighty name meaning strong and resolute warrior.
- #6283
Asahi
Japanese · Boy
A radiant name meaning morning sun rising over the horizon.
- #6283
Asahi
Japanese · Unisex
The morning sun rising over the horizon.
- #6378
Hiroshi
Japanese · Boy
A generous name meaning broad and tolerant spirit.
- #6567
Junichi
Japanese · Boy
A pure name meaning obedient first son of great devotion.
- #6797
Koji
Japanese · Boy
A shining name meaning radiant second son.
- #7166
Akane
Japanese · Girl
Means deep red, a name of vivid and passionate color.
- #7203
Kenta
Japanese · Boy
A sturdy name meaning healthy and strong, built for greatness.
- #7284
Minato
Japanese · Unisex
A sheltered harbor where ships find rest.
- #7284
Minato
Japanese · Boy
A name meaning harbor, suggesting shelter and safe homecoming.
- #7618
Aoi
Japanese · Unisex
The vibrant blue of a hollyhock in bloom.
- #7625
Hikari
Japanese · Girl
Means light, a radiant name that brightens every path.
- #7864
Seiji
Japanese · Boy
A refined name meaning sincere governance and clarity.
- #7950
Yuki
Japanese · Boy
A serene name meaning snow or happiness, gentle and pure.
- #7950
Yuki
Japanese · Unisex
Gentle snow falling softly on a quiet world.
- #7952
Yuto
Japanese · Boy
A gentle name meaning superiority and soaring flight.
- #7995
Sou
Japanese · Unisex
A fresh and creative spirit, inventive and bold.
- #8066
Haru
Japanese · Girl
Means spring, a fresh name of renewal and warmth.
- #8316
Kazuki
Japanese · Boy
A harmonious name meaning peaceful hope and shining tree.
- #8403
Makoto
Japanese · Boy
A truthful name meaning sincerity and genuine devotion.
- #8403
Makoto
Japanese · Unisex
Sincerity and truth, the mark of a good heart.
- #8559
Takumi
Japanese · Boy
A skillful name meaning artisan and master craftsman.
- #8688
Aki
Japanese · Unisex
The beauty and abundance of autumn.
- #8742
Shun
Japanese · Boy
A swift name meaning speed and talented quickness.
- #8836
Yusei
Japanese · Boy
A starlit name meaning superior and brilliant like a star.
- #9300
Genki
Japanese · Boy
A lively name meaning energetic and full of spirit.
- #9304
Isamu
Japanese · Boy
A courageous name meaning bravery and warrior spirit.
- #9327
Reiko
Japanese · Girl
Means grateful child, a name born of thankfulness.
- #9512
Akito
Japanese · Boy
A bright name meaning autumn person, full of harvest warmth.
- #9567
Ayame
Japanese · Girl
Means iris flower, a graceful bloom of purple beauty.
- #9671
Tatsuya
Japanese · Boy
A name meaning accomplished dragon, fierce and wise.
- #10047
Kiyoshi
Japanese · Boy
A calm name meaning pure and clear, like still water.
- #10056
Kosei
Japanese · Boy
A radiant name meaning bright star and fairness.
- #10111
Umi
Japanese · Girl
Means sea, an expansive name of deep, rolling waves.
- #10351
Sosuke
Japanese · Boy
A helpful name meaning one who assists with a noble heart.
- #10417
Naoto
Japanese · Boy
A truthful name meaning honest person of noble path.
- #10467
Ran
Japanese · Unisex
A water lily floating serenely on still waters.
- #10533
Ryuji
Japanese · Boy
A powerful name meaning dragon son with ancient strength.
- #10547
Shinji
Japanese · Boy
A sincere name meaning true second son with genuine heart.
- #10603
Shota
Japanese · Boy
A bright name meaning soaring greatness and big flight.
- #10653
Taro
Japanese · Boy
A traditional name meaning great first son, honored and cherished.
- #10740
Miyuki
Japanese · Girl
Means deep snow beauty, a name of winter's elegant silence.
- #11000
Daiki
Japanese · Boy
A grand name meaning great radiance and noble tree.
- #11125
Jiro
Japanese · Boy
A traditional name meaning second son, steady and loyal.
- #11147
Eiji
Japanese · Boy
A prosperous name meaning splendid second son.
- #11159
Kaede
Japanese · Unisex
A maple leaf, brilliant in autumn colors.
- #11245
Hikaru
Japanese · Unisex
A radiant light that illuminates the darkness.
- #11245
Hikaru
Japanese · Boy
A radiant name meaning to shine, brilliant and luminous.
- #11246
Hinata
Japanese · Unisex
A sunny place, warm and welcoming.
- #11246
Hinata
Japanese · Boy
A sunny name meaning facing the warm sunlight.
- #11268
Ichiro
Japanese · Boy
A proud name meaning first son, carrying family legacy.
- #11461
Kenichi
Japanese · Boy
A studious name meaning strong first son of great intellect.
- #11519
Fumiko
Japanese · Girl
Means child of abundant beauty, a name of rich grace.
- #11544
Kohei
Japanese · Boy
A peaceful name meaning vast and level calm.
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