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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 |
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