Misaki

“Misaki (みさき or 美咲) is a popular Japanese name that reflects elements of nature and beauty”

Japan origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16815US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

245All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce Misaki

MIS·AH·kee

/ˈmɪs.ˈɑ.kiː/ · stress on MIS · 3 syllables

“Misaki (みさき or 美咲) is a popular Japanese name that reflects elements of nature and beauty”

Japan origin · Girl name

What does Misaki mean and where does it come from?

Misaki (みさき or 美咲) is a popular Japanese name that reflects elements of nature and beauty. It is often given to girls born in spring, matching the connotation of blooming flowers. Misaki is a well-known name in Japan and has been used in various forms in literature and media. Notably, it has been us

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #7844 in 2003 — currently #16815 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Misaki?

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

Misaki Grace

How popular is Misaki right now?

Rising fast — up 141 spots — currently #16815 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#16815 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16815	5	▲ up 141
2022	#16956	5	▼ down 1200
2020	#15756	5	▼ down 3424 · -37% births
2015	#12332	8	▼ down 2220 · -27% births
2010	#10112	11	▲ up 452 · +10% births
2005	#10564	10	▼ down 900
2000	#9664	10	▲ up 1871 · +43% births
1995	#11535	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Misaki

Best Year2000Rank #9664

Peak Count11

Average Rank#12967

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Misaki

Misaki is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 245 total births recorded, Misaki remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11535 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16815 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Misaki in 2003:

Emily Emma Madison Hannah Olivia

Misaki by decade

Misaki peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	54
2000s ★	104
2010s	82
2020s	5

💎Misaki has only 245 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Misaki?

Common

MisMisieMisyAki

What names sound and feel like Misaki?

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

Misako

Japan · Beautiful Child

Hisaki

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Miski

Turkish · sweet; mild

Japan · beautiful moon

How is Misaki written in other languages?

美咲, etc.

Japanese Kanji

Common questions about the name Misaki

What does the name Misaki mean?

Misaki means "Japanese" — 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 Misaki?

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

What is the cultural origin of Misaki?

Misaki 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 Misaki?

Misaki is a three-syllable name pronounced M IH1 S AA1 K 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 Misaki?

Misaki 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.