Japanese Names

About Japanese Names

Japanese naming is a profound art form. Parents carefully select kanji characters that express their hopes and dreams for their child. A single name might be written multiple ways, each variation subtly changing its meaning.

Japanese Naming Traditions

• Names use kanji (Chinese characters)
• Most girl names end in -ko (child) or -mi (beauty)
• Boy names often end in -ro, -shi, or -to
• Family name always comes first in Japanese order

Popular Japanese Names