Nozomi

Bright and energetic, Nozomi has the lovely meanings of "wish" or "hope" in Japanese. Easy to pronounce but a stand-out option, Nozomi is notably borne by actress and model Nozomi Sasaki and by the fastest train service in Japan, which reaches speeds of 300 kmph (186 mph).

Pronounced noh-ZOH-mee.

As of October 2026, Nozomi ranked #14470 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #9387 in 1989.