Names by origin
Japanese baby names
Clean sounds, nature imagery, and meanings that shift with the written character — Japanese names offer a minimalist elegance that travels remarkably well.
One sound, many meanings
Unlike most Western names, a Japanese name's meaning depends on its kanji (written characters), not just its sound. Yuki can mean “snow” (雪) or “happiness” (幸); Haru can be “spring” (春) or “sunlight” (陽). If you're naming outside Japan, the romanized name carries all those meanings at once — pick the story you love and note it for your child.
Japanese girl names
Japanese boy names
Unisex & nature picks
Cross-cultural naming, done respectfully
Japanese names are widely used in multicultural families and are generally received warmly — but do the homework: confirm the meaning you intend actually attaches to a common kanji spelling, check the name isn't slang in your own language, and practice the Japanese pronunciation even if daily use will differ. If you have Japanese heritage, a grandparent's name or its modern form is the most meaningful path of all.