Baby names: japanese name ideas for boys and girls

The Japanese culture is a dichotomy of intense tradition and massive innovation. On one hand, its politics and manners have maintained their deep roots and values over time, while its technology advances at a speed that other countries must clamor to meet. When one thinks of Japan, they think of the precise art of feng shui, the fantastical world of kung-fu and the rich history of the samurai warrior. If you are of Japanese descent and want to honor your heritage or if you are simply looking for some non-traditional names for your baby, here is a list of Japanese names for both boys and girls.

Japanese Boy Names

Akira - One who is full of wisdom

Amida - This is another name for a Buddha

Botan - Like the peony flower

Fudo - Refers to the god who rules over wisdom and fire

Fujita - A plain or field

Hiroshi - One who is very generous

Kanaye - One who is zealous

Kin - Refers to something that is golden

Kisho - One who is in tune with his own mind and thoughts

Mamoru - Refers to earth

Masakazu - Refers to the first-born son of Masa

Raidon - Refers to the god of thunder

Ronin - A samurai warrior that does not have a master

Ryozo - Refers to Ryo’s third son

Senichi - Refers to Sen’s first son

Shima - One who dwells on an island

Shuichi - Refers to Shu’s first son

Tama - This can be either a girl’s or boy’s name; refers to a jewel

Tomi - Something that is red

Toyo - To be plentiful

Yogi - One who practices the art of yoga

Yukio - One who receives all that he yearns for

Yuri - This can be either a girl’s or boy’s name; to hear

Japanese Girl Names

Aiko - A little one that is loved

Akako - Something that is red

Akina - Refers to a flower that grows in springtime

Ami - One who is a friend

Ayame - An iris

Chika - Something that is close or near

Cho - Refers to a butterfly

Dai - This can be either a girl’s or boy’s name; one who is great

Etsu - One who is delightful

Fujita - Refers to a plain or field

Gin - Something that is silver

Haruko - Refers to springtime

Hiroko - One who is generous

Hisa - Something that lasts a long time

Hoshi - Refers to a star

Ima - Refers to the present time; now

Ishi - Refers to a rock or stone

Izanami - One who allows or invites you to enter

Kagami - Refers to a motor

Kameko - Refers to the offspring of a tortoise

Kei - Reverence

Kichi - One who is full of good fortune

Kita - Refers to the north

Koko - Refers to a stork

Maiko - Mai’s child

Mayoko - Mayo’s child

Michi - One who is righteous

Midori - Something that is green

Mika - Refers to the new moon

Mura - One who comes from the village

Nami - Refers to a wave (as in tsunami)

Nori - Refers to a doctrine

Rai - To have trust

Rini - A small bunny

Sachi - Happiness or joy

Sakura - Refers to a cherry blossom from a tree

Shika - A deer

Shina - One who is virtuous