Classic Japanese baby names
Names tagged with “Classic Japanese” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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5 names
◈= unisex (gender-neutral)
- Taro
Japanese
84From Japanese kanji meaning 'thick, abundant' (太) and 'son/male' (郎), often signifying a strong, dependable male child.
- Takashi
Japanese
62Meaning varies by kanji characters used; commonly means 'noble' or 'respectful', often written with characters for 'tall/high' and 'excellent'
- Takeshi
Japanese
62Meaning varies by kanji used; commonly 'warrior' or 'fierce warrior' from characters like 武 (take) meaning martial and 志 (shi) meaning will or purpose
- Iroha
Japanese
42Iroha is a foundational Japanese syllabary poem; the name evokes classical Japanese culture and poetic tradition, often written with characters meaning 'color' (色) and 'leaf/wave' (葉/波)
- Yukiko
Japanese
42From Japanese kanji elements 'yuki' (snow) and 'ko' (child), meaning 'snow child.' A delicate name evoking winter imagery and purity.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
