Anime Dog Names

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

Himawari is the Japanese word for sunflower and modern word name. The most famous bearer is Himawari Akaho, a silver-medal-winning basketball player from Japan. Himawari is more frequently used as a character name, as in Himawari Uzumaki from Naruto and the anime series Himawari!

Borne by various anime villains thanks to its dark meaning.

Hayate is most common among Zillennial men in Japan, where it's also the name of a train service. The meaning varies depending on which kanji combination is used, but its association with wind and noise gives it a spirited feel.

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

Ochako Uraraka — also written as Ochaco — is a character in the anime series My Hero Academia.

Unisex Japanese name seen on a character in the Haikyū!! manga and anime series.

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.

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

Historically common Japanese name associated with animator Osamu Tezuka, considered "The Godfather of Manga."

Considered an old-fashioned choice in Japan.

White-haired hero of the manga and anime series Bleach.

A more unusual romaji spelling of Choko.

Cute Japanese name with a nickname to match. Rini was used in the Sailor Moon series.

Temari is the name of an ancient Japanese toy — embroidered balls that were used to play games and eventually became a symbol of loyal friendship. Temari is not a given name in Japan, but it was used in the Naruto series for a female character.

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

With words like Rowdy and Breaker transforming into baby names, it's only a matter of time before Brawly makes the list as well.

Common choice for anime characters.

Kakyuu was adapted to a name for the character Princess Kakyuu of the Sailor Moon franchise. Kakyuu translates to "fireball," and is not a given name in Japan.

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