Izumi

“spring, fountain” — Represents 'spring' or 'fountain

Japan origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9872US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

93All-time births

📅 Since 199800

How to pronounce Izumi

iz·OO·mee

/ɪz.ˈuː.miː/ · stress on OO · 3 syllables

“spring, fountain”

Represents 'spring' or 'fountain · Japan origin

What does Izumi mean and where does it come from?

Izumi (泉) is a common Japanese name that represents 'spring' or 'fountain,' symbolizing freshness and rejuvenation. Traditionally, Izumi has been used for both males and females in Japan, although it leans more towards the female gender in modern contexts. The name carries a significant cultural wei

Cultural significance

Izumi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spring, fountain.

Peak popularity

Reached #9538 in 2011 — currently #9872 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Izumi?

Izumi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Izumi Grace

How popular is Izumi right now?

Falling — down 3810 spots — currently #9872 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#9872 · Top 7.3%

2010

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9872	10	▼ down 3810 · -50% births
2022	#6062	20	▲ up 6658 · +186% births
2021	#12720	7	▼ down 3
2020	#12717	7	▲ up 5546 · +40% births
2010	#18263	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Izumi

Best Year2022Rank #6062

Peak Count20

Average Rank#11927

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20235 years

The story of Izumi

Izumi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 93 total births recorded, Izumi remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18263 in 2010 to #9872 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Izumi in 2011:

Sophia Isabella Emma Olivia Ava

Izumi by decade

Izumi peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	18
2010s ★	63
2020s	7

💎Izumi has only 93 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Izumi?

Common

IzuIzIzieIzy

What names sound and feel like Izumi?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Izumi also consider these

Azumi

Japan · safe residence, beautiful

Isumi

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Ikumi

African · A African name

Kikumi

Japan · 木美, meaning 'tree

Izuma

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Izumi written in other languages?

泉, etc.

Japanese Kanji

Common questions about the name Izumi

What does the name Izumi mean?

Izumi means "spring, fountain" — a name rooted in Japan tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Izumi?

Izumi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Izumi have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Izumi?

Izumi originates from Japan tradition. Japan names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Izumi?

Izumi is a three-syllable name pronounced IH0 Z UW1 M IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Izumi?

Izumi pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Japan heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.