ScarlettRobin's list "Japanese names for Girls" of 20 great name ideas: Maiko - Yoshimi!

Japanese names for Girls

Maiko

Mariko

Minako

Misaki

Mizuki

Momoko

Moriko

Naoki

Natsumi

Sachiko

Sayuri

A simple and pretty multicultural name: as a Japanese name, it's unisex and means "sky"; as a Korean name, it's feminine and means "conch shell".

Sora

A lovely Japanese alternative to Tamara. 

Takara

Tomiko

<p>Toshiko is a feminine Japanese name composed of elements that typically mean 'alert' or 'valued' (toshi) and 'child' (ko), though exact meanings can vary depending on the kanji characters used to write it. The suffix '-ko' was particularly common in female Japanese names during the early and mid-20th century. Toshiko represents traditional Japanese naming conventions while being relatively recognizable to Western ears. Notable bearers include Japanese-American sculptor Ruth Asawa (born Toshiko) and Japanese jazz pianist Toshiko Akiyoshi. Outside Japan and Japanese diaspora communities, the name remains uncommon but has been embraced by some parents seeking a name with authentic Japanese cultural roots and a pleasant, accessible sound.</p>

Toshiko

Toshi

Yoshimi