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When it comes to naming, besides choosing English names for girls, exploring Japanese names is also a popular choice for many. If you share this desire, here's a collection of awesome Japanese names, widely used and highly recommended for your sons and daughters. Feel free to explore and find the perfect fit!
Choosing Meaningful and Stylish Japanese Names for Boys and Girls
1. Choosing Japanese Names for Girls
1. Aiko: adorable, cute little one
2. Akako: red color
3. Aki: autumn season
4. Akiko: brightness
5. Akina: spring flower
6. Amaya: night rain
7. Aniko/Aneko: big sister
8. Ayame: like the iris flower, Gemini zodiac flower
9. Azami: thistle flower, a spiky plant
10. Bato: name of the first horse-headed deity in Japanese mythology
11. Cho: butterfly
12. Cho (HQ): beautiful
13. Gen: origin
14. Gwatan: Moon goddess (Beautiful and meaningful Japanese name for a baby)
15. Gin: silver and gold
16. Hama: child of the beach
17. Hanako: child of the flower
18. Haru: spring
19. Haruko: spring child (Ideal name if your baby girl is born in spring)
20. Haruno: spring scenery
21. Hasuko: child of the lotus
22. Hatsu: firstborn
23. Hiroko: generous
24. Hoshi: star
25. Ichiko: fortuneteller
26. Iku: nourishing
27. Inari: goddess of rice
28. Ino: wild boar
29. Ishi: rock (Naming your child Ishi symbolizes strength and resilience like a rock)
30. Izanami: hospitable person
31. Jin: gentle and polite person
32. Kagami: the mirror
Unique and Meaningful Japanese Names for Girls
33. Kameko/Kame: turtle
34. Kami: goddess
35. Kane: copper (metal)
36. Kazu: first
37. Kazuko: firstborn child
38. Keiko: adorable
39. Kimiko/Kimi: transcendent
40. Kiyoko: pure, like a mirror
41. Koko/Tazu: stork
42. Kurenai: deep red
43. Kuri: chestnut
44. Kyon (HQ): pure (Wishing your child always stays pure and beautiful)
45. Kyubi: nine-tailed fox
46. Lawan (Thai): beautiful
47. Machiko: lucky person
48. Maeko: honest and cheerful
49. Manyura (Indo): peacock
50. Mariko: circle, orbit
51. Masa: sincere, straightforward
52. Mayoree (Thai): beautiful
53. Meiko: bud (Hoping your child always has the vigor of a sprouting bud)
54. Mika: new moon
55. Mineko: child of the mountain
56. Misao: loyal, faithful
57. Miya: shrine
58. Mochi: full moon
59. Momo: peach blossom
60. Moriko: child of the forest
61. Murasaki: lavender flower
62. Nami/Namiko: ocean wave
63. Nara: oak tree
64. Nareda: messenger of the Heavens
65. No: wilderness
66. Nori/Noriko: doctrine
67. Nyoko: gem or treasure
68. Ohara: field
69. Phailin (Thai): sapphire
70. Ran: orchid
71. Ruri: lapis lazuli
72. Ryo: dragon child
73. Sayo/Saio: born at night (A name suitable for babies born at night)
74. Shika: deer
75. Shino: bamboo stem
76. Shizu: calm and peaceful
77. Sugi: cedar tree
78. Suki: adorable
79. Sumalee (Thai): beautiful flower
80. Sumi: essence
81. Suzuko: born in autumn
82. Takara: treasure
83. Taki: waterfall
84. Tama: jewel, precious gem
85. Tamiko: child of the people
86. Tani: from the valley
87. Tatsu: dragon
88. Toku: ethics, integrity (Parents hope their child always lives with ethics, treating others with respect)
89. Tomi: wealthy
90. Tora: tiger
91. Umeko: child of the ripe plum season
92. Umi: sea
93. Yasu: peaceful
94. Yoko: good, beautiful
95. Yon (HQ): lotus flower
96. Yori: reliable
97. Yuri/Yuriko: Western lily flower
98. Yuuki: courage
2. Choosing Japanese Names for Baby Boys
1. Aki: autumn
2. Akira: intelligent (Hoping the baby will be smart and talented)
3. Aman (Indo): safe and secure
4. Amida: Buddha of pure light
5. Aran (Thai): edge of the forest
6. Botan: peony flower, the flower of June
7. Chiko: like an arrow
8. Chin (HQ): great person
9. Dian/Dyan (Indo): candle
10. Dosu: ruthless
11. Ebisu: lucky deity (Hoping the baby will always encounter good luck)
12. Garuda (Indo): messenger of the heavens
Unique and Meaningful Japanese Names for Boys
13. Goro: fifth position, fifth son
14. Gi (HQ): courageous person
15. Haro: child of the wild boar
16. Hasu: wild boar
17. Hasu: lotus flower
18. Hatake: farmland
19. Higo: willow tree
20. Ho (HQ): kind-hearted
21. Hotei: god of abundance
22. Hyuga: Japanese direction
23. Isora: deity of the beach and coastal regions
24. Itachi: weasel (A mysterious creature often associated with bringing bad luck)
25. Jiro: second position, second son
26. Kaiten: revolving heaven
27. Kakashi: a type of scarecrow used in rice fields
28. Kama (Thai): golden
29. Kame: turtle
30. Kami: heaven, belonging to heaven
31. Kane/Kahnay/Kin: golden
32. Kanji: tin (metal)
33. Kano: deity of water
34. Kazuo: peace (Parents wish for their child to have a peaceful and serene life)
35. Ken: clear water
36. Kenji: second position, second son
37. Kiba: fang, tooth
38. KIDO: mischievous imp
39. Kinnara (Thai): a celestial being in Hindu mythology, half-human half-bird.
40. Kisame: shark
41. Kiyoshi: calm person
42. Kongo: diamond
43. Kosho: deity of red
44. Kuma: bear cub
45. Kumo: spider
46. Maito: extremely strong (Parents hope their child grows up to be strong)
47. Manzo: third position, third son
48. Maru: round, often used as a suffix in boys' names
49. Michi: street
50. Michio: strong (A beautiful and meaningful Japanese name for a baby, parents wish for strength and resilience)
51. Mochi: full moon
52. Naga: dragon/snake in mythology
53. Neji: spiral
54. Niran: eternal
55. Orochi: giant serpent
56. Raiden: god of thunder and lightning
57. Rinjin: sea god
58. Ringo: apple
59. Ruri: lapis lazuli
60. Sam: achievement
61. San: mountain peak
62. Santoso: peaceful, serene
63. Sasuke: assistant
64. Seido: copper (metal)
65. Shika: deer
66. Shima: islander
67. Shiro: fourth position
68. Tadashi: loyal and faithful servant
69. Taijutsu: martial arts
70. Taka: kite bird
71. Tani: from the valley
72. Taro: eldest son
73. Tatsu: dragon
74. Ten: sky
75. Tengu: heavenly dog (a famous creature known for loyalty)
76. Tomi: red color
77. Toru: sea
78. Toshiro: intelligent (Also a lovely Japanese name for a beloved baby)
79. Uchiha: paper fan
80. Uyeda: from the rice field
81. Uzumaki: whirlpool
82. Virode (Thai): light
83. Washi: eagle
84. Yong (HQ): brave person
85. Yuri: (Australian meaning) listener
86. Zen: a sect of Buddhism
87. Zinan/Xinan: second, second son (A name for a younger brother in the family)
3. Translating Vietnamese Names into Japanese
Japanese names are used as nicknames, household names, and even given names for Vietnamese individuals, as Japanese culture has significantly influenced Vietnam through exposure to movies, anime, manga, music, and more...
Most Japanese names carry positive meanings, wealth, or reflect good qualities of individuals. For females, names often end with 'ko, mi, hana...'. For males, Japanese names commonly have characters like 'ro, shi, ya, o' at the end.
There are two methods to help you translate Vietnamese names into Japanese:
- Transforming names from Vietnamese to Japanese using Katakana: This alphabet is used for transcribing foreign languages, including Latin characters into Japanese. Hence, you can utilize this alphabet to easily transliterate your name into Japanese.
- Translating Vietnamese names into Japanese Kanji: The Kanji alphabet is more commonly used, often employed to convey the meaning of Vietnamese names for Japanese individuals.
Below is a list of some Japanese names translated from Vietnamese:
Japanese Names for Men and Women Inspired by Vietnamese
With the Japanese names listed above, you can easily and quickly find a lovely name for your baby to use at home. These names also express your affection for your child, contributing to a more close-knit and loving family bond.
Alongside Japanese names, Mytour also compiles Chinese names for children, making it easy for you to choose a meaningful Chinese name for your little one.
