Anime Girl Names
- Ayame
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"iris"Description:
Sweet and gentle botanical choice.
- Lala
Origin:
SlavicMeaning:
"laurel"Description:
If it's possible for a name to be too musical, this one is.
- Pai
Origin:
Chinese & Indian surname nameDescription:
A moderately common surname in two of the world's most populous countries. Helen Pai is one of the main writer of the TV series Gilmore Girls.
- Karin
Origin:
Danish variation of Katherine or KarenMeaning:
"pure"Description:
Karin was a fairly popular spelling variation of Karen in the US but fell off the Top 1000 in the late 80s, as Karen's popularity wained. Today, the Karen meme interferes with the otherwise appealing sound of this name.
- Motoko
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"resourceful child"Description:
Motoko Kusanagi, perhaps the best known association to the name, is a character from the sci-fi anime and manga series The Ghost in the Shell. She's a strong, wise, and independent cyborg who appears as a young woman.
- Ange
Description:
Ange is a feminine name of French origin meaning 'angel,' though it can occasionally be used for boys in France as well. Simple yet evocative, this name directly references celestial beings and carries strong spiritual associations across many cultures. The name's brevity gives it a distinctive quality compared to longer forms like Angela or Angelica. Ange has maintained consistent usage in French-speaking regions but remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, where it offers a subtle, sophisticated alternative to more common angelic names. The name conveys qualities of purity, goodness, and spiritual beauty within its compact, elegant form.
- Ai
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"love; indigo"
- Haruhi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"spring day; spring queen"Description:
Perfect for a springtime daughter.
- Eirin
Description:
Eirin is a feminine name with Norse and Celtic connections. In Norse mythology, Eir was the goddess of healing and medicine, and Eirin may be related to this divine figure. In Irish Gaelic, 'Éirinn' is a poetic name for Ireland itself (from 'Éire'). The name has particular popularity in Norway, where it's a modern feminine form of 'Eir' or a variant of 'Erin.' Eirin has a delicate, melodious sound while still conveying strength. In Japan, Eirin (written with different characters) can also be a given name with meanings dependent on the specific kanji used. Outside Scandinavia and Ireland, Eirin remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality for international use. The name's concise two-syllable structure makes it accessible across cultures while maintaining its Nordic-Celtic heritage, appealing to parents drawn to names with mythological connections and subtle nature associations.
- Asuka
Origin:
JapaneseDescription:
Americans might recognize Asuka as the stage name of WWE wrestler Kanako Urai.
- Matsuri
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"festival; jasmine"
- Riko
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"white jasmine or reason, logic"Description:
Riko is a hugely popular name for baby girls in contemporary Japan, and one that easily translates to the West.
- Nefertari
Origin:
Ancient EgyptianMeaning:
"beautiful companion"Description:
Nefertari Meritmut was the first and favorite wife of pharoah Ramesses II "the Great". She was highly educated and undertook important diplomatic work on behalf of her husband, corresponding with other prominent figures and even making speeches.
- Harumi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"beautiful spring; clear weather"Description:
Sweet and springy Japanese name.
- Fear
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger"Description:
One of the more unusual word names used by Plymouth pilgrims for their children. Fear Brewster is an example of the usage of this name. Definitely one of the historic pilgrim names best left in the past.
- Aoko
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"blue child"
- Osaka
Origin:
Place-nameDescription:
With so many other places translating to first names, why not this major Japanese city -- especially if it holds some personal significance.
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