Masculine Japanese name and surname. The anime series My Hero Academia features a character named Katsuki Bakugo, whose given name is written in kanji that mean "to win" and "self."

Kiba means "fang" in Japanese, and while not a common name for boys in Japan, it's popped up multiple times for fictional characters. Kiba Inuzuka is a Naruto character with a strong attachment to his dog.

Michi can be a playful yet charming Japanese name or a friendly German diminutive of Michael (or Michaela), pronounced similarly to Mickey. Either way, it is a unisex option with broad appeal.

The name Drasna was created for a Pokémon character. Her name was derived from the Latin botanical name dracaena, which in turn is from drakōn, the Greek word for "dragon." Fittingly, Drasna used Dragon-type Pokémon in battle.

Typically seen as a Japanese surname, but used for a female antagonist in the anime series My Hero Academia.

Noriko is most common among Gen X Japanese women, making it a dated choice in Japan.

A redhead supporting hero in Naruto, whose name refers to the greater good he contributes to even after his death.

Common name in Japan, particularly among Gen X and Millennial women. In English, it sounds very close to the word "mommy."

Traditionally given to the ninth-born son, which is a rarity nowadays.

As a feminine name, Konan has Japanese origins. It is the name of a villainous character in the Naruto franchise.

Kiyomi is a Japanese name that means 'sacred and beautiful' or 'clean and beautiful.' It refers to a variety of citrus fruit and is gaining popularity for baby girls in the U.S., with just under 200 girls receiving the name in 2022. Kiyomi combines a meaningful and elegant definition with a unique cultural reference, making it a distinctive choice for parents.

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

As a feminine name, Kiko is Japanese in origin. One possible meaning is "hope child," but different kanji combinations will yield alternate meanings.

Strong Japanese unisex choice. Dragons are a symbol of power in Japan.

Used for summer-born babies in Japan.

Accessible and attractive name from the Naruto series. The meaning "screw" refers to a metal screw.

An antagonist in the Naruto series with a nevertheless attractive-sounding name.

Zetsu is a monstrous character name from the Naruto anime and manga series. It's not used as a baby name in Japan, where it literally means "tongue." We like its zippy sound but admit that you're unlikely to find many baby Zetsus in the US either.

Repetitive Japanese name with a flittering meaning.

Appropriately used for anime antagonists, not human babies.