Hina
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Updated October 9, 2026
Japanese Baby Names
Japanese names pair sounds with kanji: each character adds a layer of meaning.
Yuto
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Kaito
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Yuna
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Kokoro
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Sota
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Aoi
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Shun
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Daiki
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Renji
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Mio
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Tsubasa
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Frequently asked questions
What do Japanese names mean?
Japanese names pair sounds with kanji: each character adds a layer of meaning, so the same reading can carry different meanings with different kanji.
Are Japanese names gendered?
Most Japanese names lean masculine or feminine, though some work for any gender. Each entry above notes the common usage.
How do you pronounce Japanese names?
Japanese is mora-timed: each syllable gets equal weight. Press play on any name above to hear it pronounced.