Anime Boy Names

As a given name, Franky peaked for boys in 2007 when it was used 94 times.

Japanese name featured regularly in anime and manga.

Unisex Japanese name with broad appeal.

Common Japanese male name notably borne by Hideaki Anno, an animator, actor, and director.

An archaic Japanese name rarely heard today, except in the Naruto universe.

Rare name from the Naruto series. Shikadai shares a name prefix with his father, Shikamaru.

Northeastern Japanese surname, also spelled Okazaki.

Gem names are having their moment — metal names could feasibly be next.

With words like Rowdy and Breaker transforming into baby names, it's only a matter of time before Brawly makes the list as well.

A vintage choice in Japan that is not currently fashionable for babies.

Iwabee Yuino is a character in the Naruto series. His name meaning may relate to rocks.

Rare Japanese name featured in several anime series.

Common among adult men in Japan, not so much among babies.