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By vivi52302 · Updated May 2023
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Japanese
"little bell"
Well-used in Japan, this name refers to the suzu, a tiny metal bell often placed in a silk charm bag and attached to a girl's undergarment so that a lovely tinkling sound is heard as she moves, and…
"elegant, refined"
Simple and, yes, elegant -- until you think of the wrestlers.
"treasure, jewel"
A lovely Japanese alternative to Tamara.
"older sister"
If you're planning to have a younger one.
"thousand questions"
A popular Japanese name used for the young heroine of the animated film, "Spirited Away."
"thousand generations"
The childhood name of the heroine of Memoirs of a Geisha is pretty and accessible. Chiyiko is a pet form.
"spring"
Commonly used in Japan, and so much more distinguished than Jen.
"born in spring"
A traditional possibility for a Japanese or Japanese-American child born in April or May.
"generous, fair"
Commonly used in Japanese families.
"star"
Short and catchy form of traditional Asian name.
"stone"
Connotes a strong, solid character.
Japanese or Chinese
"tenderness, gentleness; gold"
Similarity to the English name Jean could be a plus in a Japanese-American or Chinese-American family.
"fortunate"
Kiaria is pretty but sure to prove confusing given all the more familiar Kiara and Keira variations out there.
"mirror"
One of the most familiar and attractive Japanese names, though rarely heard outside that culture.
"fortunate child"
What parent wouldn't love this meaning?
"green; beautiful bird"
In Japan, color names are used to symbolize human qualities, and the green hues of Midori name are said to represent fame. While it is a unisex choice in its native Japan, Midori is predominantly…
"obedient child"
Naoko is a common Japanese name with an admirable meaning, which, depending on how it's written, can translate to obedient, straight, honest, or green child. Naoko can also be spelled Nahoko.
Japanese surname
Closely tied to the widow of John Lennon.
"worker's field"
Not as familiar as some other Asian imports; has a strong unisex feel.
"pretty child"
Dainty and doll-like.
