Anime Girl Names
- Remilia
Origin:
Variation of Emilia, LatinMeaning:
"rival"Description:
Remilia is a pop cultural choice, most notably appearing on the character Remilia Scarlet in the video game series, The Touhou Project. In the case of the character, it was invented by the game's creator, likely as a spin on Emilia.
It is possible the name saw earlier use in the game Lunar: The Silver Star, however, the character was named Lemia in the English version. Remilia was also chosen as an in-game name, by professional League of Legends player, Maria Creveling.
- Matsuri
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"festival; jasmine"
- Yoshiko
Description:
Yoshiko is a traditional Japanese feminine name combining elements that typically mean 'good' (yoshi) and 'child' (ko), though the meaning can vary depending on the specific kanji characters used to write it. Popular throughout the 20th century in Japan, Yoshiko was particularly common among women born in the early to mid-1900s. The name reflects traditional Japanese naming patterns where 'ko' (child) was frequently used as a suffix for girls' names. While maintaining strong cultural connections to Japan, Yoshiko has gained some international recognition through Japanese diaspora communities. The name carries a gentle rhythm and authentic cultural significance, appealing to parents seeking a name with clear Japanese heritage and a graceful sound.
- Aoko
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"blue child"
- Ayame
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"iris"Description:
Sweet and gentle botanical choice.
- 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.
- Harumi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"beautiful spring; clear weather"Description:
Sweet and springy Japanese name.
- Ai
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"love; indigo"
- 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.
- Semiramis
Origin:
Queen of BabylonDescription:
Semiramis was the most important Queen of Assyria, who conquered much of Asia. Semiramis restored ancient Babylon and protected it with a high brick wall that completely surrounded the city. Then she built several palaces in Persia, reigned much of Asia Minor effectively and conquered Libya and Ethiopia.
- Madoka
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"tranquil"
- Kurumi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"walnut"
- Asuka
Origin:
JapaneseDescription:
Americans might recognize Asuka as the stage name of WWE wrestler Kanako Urai.
- Chika
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"one thousand flowers; scattering flowers; beautiful wisdom"
- 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.
- 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.
- Haruhi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"spring day; spring queen"Description:
Perfect for a springtime daughter.
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