Anime Names

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

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

Seen as a name for this first time in the anime Sailor Moon.

Common Japanese name with a bright floral meaning.

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

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

Northeastern Japanese surname, also spelled Okazaki.

Unisex Japanese name with broad appeal.

The name Kyubey was created for the primary villain of the anime series Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica. It was derived from the word "incubator," which relates to the character's lack of a personal soul and desire to gain energy from girls. Kyubey is sonically resonant to kyuubi, mythical nine-tailed Japanese foxes.

Metaria was created for Queen Metaria of the Sailor Moon franchise. Her name is derived from the word "metal" — all Sailor Moon villains have metal or mineral names.

Calming Japanese choice.

Common Japanese name with a pleasant meaning, no matter how you write it.

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

Common in Japan among older generations of women, rather than baby girls.

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

Typically a male name in Japan, however, Toru was used for the female character Toru Hagakure in the anime series My Hero Academia.

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

Common Japanese choice with a covetable meaning.

Masuyo has always been a rarity in Japan, but it was more common in the 19th century than at any other time.

Unisex Japanese name more common for girls.