Anime Dog Names

Several artistic Hiroshis make this one of the more plausible Japanese imports.

Short and sweet Eri is a common female name in Japan that could cross cultures quite easily.

Dainty and doll-like.

This practically unique variation of Clement has appeared on the charts four times: 1917, 1918, 1920, and 1971. Each year, it was only given to five baby boys.

Naruto character named for his shark-like appearance and powers. Probably a better name for your pet fish than baby.

Historia originated as a Greek term and is the basis for the word "history" in many languages, including English and Spanish. It is used as a name for the character Historia Reiss in the anime series Attack on Titan.

Common botanical choice in Japan.

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."

Diantha, a mythological flower of the supreme Greek god Zeus, is a melodious and more unusual cousin of Diana, heard most often in The Netherlands.

Kouki is an uncommon choice in Japan today, but it's been used for several anime characters.

The Japanese word for "weasel" was chosen as the name of Itachi Uchiha, a character in Naruto. In anime, name meanings often relate to a character's story. Weasels are bad luck in Japanese culture and are associated with death. In this case, Itachi killed his entire family besides his brother, so his name's meaning was appropriate.

Tobi is typically used as an alternate spelling of Toby, a common nickname for Tobias. In the anime series Naruto, the name Tobi is written in kanji giving it the meaning "ten tails."

This Japanese name is more often seen on girls in Japan, yet you may be familiar with it as a male name thanks to the anime series Naruto.

Gem names are having their moment — metal names could feasibly be next.

The childhood name of the heroine of Memoirs of a Geisha is pretty and accessible. Chiyiko is a pet form.

Older Japanese name given new life in the anime series One Piece.

Unfamiliar Asian choice that can work for a parent in search of something really different.

Vivacious but lightweight.

Unisex Japanese name used more often for girls these days. Potential successor to Kai.

Popular Japanese name exemplified by the distinguished conductor Seiji Ozawa.