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200 Unique Japanese Baby Names (Unique & Meaningful)

Browse 589 Japanese baby names with full meanings, cultural context, and pronunciation.

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  1. Japanese Girl Names
  2. Japanese Boy Names
  3. Japanese Unisex Names

Japanese names carry a rich cultural heritage and distinct phonetic character that makes them both memorable and meaningful.

Quick facts: Japanese names

  • Japanese names have a distinct phonetic and cultural identity
  • Many names of this origin appear in multiple Western name traditions
  • The meaning embedded in these names often reflects the culture’s core values
  • These names tend to age well — remaining readable across generations

Japanese Girl Names

253 girl names of Japanese origin — showing top 120

1
Akia
Bright and clear
2
Akura
meaning 'bright and good'.
3
Amiko
A child of the people.
4
Ayana
Colorful.; Eternal bloom.; Beautiful flower.
5
Arine
The meaning can vary; it often conveys happiness or joy.; The name can mean 'to sing' or 'a song'.
6
Ayea
colorful/beautiful
7
Ain
love, affection
8
Aakira
Means 'bright' or 'pure'.
9
Araya
A place name, or ‘to be open’
10
Aami
Second; My people; Beloved
11
Amane
Amane), meaning 'sound of heaven'.
12
Akara
Bright, clear
13
Ashi
a name meaning 'a girl who is hailed'
14
Asuna
which means 'morning', and 直, which means 'honest' or 'straight'.
15
Ayami
means 'colorful beauty'.; 文美 means 'writing beauty'.
16
Akaya
A name often associated with blossoms or the color 'red'.
17
Arisa
Elm; Noble
18
Ami
beautiful; my people; friend
19
Amida
No specific meaning, often a name for people or places
20
Airin
The meaning 'love' or 'affection' when written as 愛琳.
21
Akaria
Bright, Fragrant
22
Arika
a village
23
Ayuri
graceful
24
Akima
Autumn
25
Ataya
to become significant
26
Aye
Love
27
Ashiya
Beautiful
28
Akieba
bright (明) and flower (花)
29
Aimilia
A Japanese name with cultural significance
30
Airina
A Japanese name with cultural significance
31
Airlia
A Japanese name with cultural significance
32
Aita
A Japanese name with cultural significance
33
Bulma
flower bud
34
Chiye
A hundred generations
35
Camori
Sense of sight; Vision
36
Cairi
a person who brings joy
37
Chie
wisdom or intellect.
38
Chikara
Strength or power
39
Chisa
Wisdom, knowledge
40
Chiya
a thousand evenings or a thousand nights.
41
Eimi
beautiful second daughter; loved
42
Eina
the one who is good, virtue
43
Emiri
beautiful jasmine
44
Emiya
beautiful valley
45
Fujiko
Wisteria child
46
Gi
Second, two
47
Grai
Gracious or graceful, depending on the kanji used.
48
Hira
diamond
49
Haruna
spring vegetable
50
Hikari
Light, radiance.
51
Hana
Flower
52
Heymi
Bravery
53
Hinano
A name with various meanings depending on kanji used, often translates to 'a plant' or 'beautiful greens'; Refers to a type of flower in Tahitian culture
54
Hina
a name for the first daughter or ‘fire’
55
Hirie
the name can mean 'big', 'large', or 'generous', depending on the kanji used
56
Hatsue
hatsu) - first; 恵 (ue) - blessing or favor
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Isana
Water lily
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Izari
It means 'to blossom' or 'to bloom'
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Ireka
Meaning varies with kanji, often interpreted as 'blessing'
60
Inari
rice, harvest
61
Inah
a beautiful garden
62
Imori
little forest or guardian of the forest
63
Iri
Design, inspiration
64
Jonai
pure, simple; a modern take on the name 'Jonah'
65
Juri
lily, a flower; farmer, earth-worker
66
Kimeko
beautiful child
67
Kiyann
Purity
68
Kare
to care for
69
Keiri
Blessing
70
Kaomi
fragrance
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Kmiya
beautiful, precious
72
Kimmori
tree of hope or to grow
73
Kamira
to be a goddess; moonlight
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Kenshia
Strong and firm
75
Kameko
亀子
76
Kaya
forgiveness; elder sister; rock
77
Kamina
mistress, noble; she who brings peace
78
Kaoir
The name may derive from the Japanese word '香' (ka), meaning 'fragrance'.
79
Keinya
May carry various meanings depending on the kanji used; often signifies 'the first of the new era'.
80
Kayori
A fragrant, sweet smell; beautiful
81
Kitara
the one who wins; from a musical instrument
82
Keiari
A compound of 'Kei,' meaning 'blessed,' and 'Ari,' meaning 'to exist.'
83
Kairi
ocean village; home by the ocean
84
Knori
Nori): 'seaweed', but used phonetically in names, often imbued with personal significance.
85
Kireina
綺麗な
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Keirin
A story, a tale
87
Kameya
a form related to 'ocean' or 'beauty'
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Katora
companion
89
Kyona
pure; beautiful
90
Koko
a child of the light
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Keyori
A beautiful blessing
92
Katanna
sword, blade
93
Kioka
To shine brightly or lustrous
94
Katura
Derived from various fruitful meanings depending on kanji used
95
Kamaya
the one who is pure and sacred
96
Kiyari
A joyful, happy village
97
Kimako
A child (ko) who is treasured (kima)
98
Kayari
The place of fragrant flowers
99
Koemi
Little blessing
100
Kina
A unique name often picked for its musical quality and association with beauty.; Sea urchin
101
Kamoura
one who is sweet
102
Kirina
to aspire or to hope
103
Keida
blessing or a graceful child
104
Kanoi
the meaning can vary based on kanji used, but often linked to beauty and harmony
105
Leika
Younger generation, child.
106
Miyori
Beautiful, good; or 'the beauty of the forest'
107
Minori
A vegetable or to be a product of nature
108
Mikera
beautiful, fragrant
109
Mari
truth
110
Momo
peach
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Marii
The name is often written as 真理, which means 'truth' or 'reality.'; A variant of the name Maria, often interpreted as 'beloved' or 'sea of bitterness.'
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Makiaya
truth, beauty, and kindness
113
Michi
A path, a way
114
Miri
meaning 'beautiful' or 'love' depending on the kanji used; a diminutive of Miriam, meaning 'bitter', but also can mean 'wished for child'; used as a short form of various names, often symbolizing peace or a beloved perso…
115
Myomi
beautiful, flower, beauty
116
Momoe
Peach blossom
117
Mirin
A beautiful jewel
118
Masani
one who is beautiful
119
Miyari
A beloved name with deep roots
120
Momoyo
ideal daughter, peach child

Japanese Boy Names

120 boy names of Japanese origin — showing top 120

1
Asaya
To be in harmony.; One who is blessed.
2
Aumi
beautiful sea
3
Aniki
Older brother; friend
4
Azai
Wish; Grace
5
Asao
Clear or bright
6
Ado
to love
7
Akeno
Ake) - bright, 輝 (No) - shine
8
Canai
a prosperous person
9
Dameko
a boy who is excellent or a gentleman
10
Gericho
Gericho (ゲリコ) translates to 'guardian' or 'protector'.
11
Gaiden
Outside the walls
12
Gion
Music
13
Genji
source of good; second son
14
Haki
A name meaning 'justice' or 'righteousness.'
15
Haro
A name that can mean ‘to shine’ or ‘to be bright’ depending on the kanji used.
16
Hairo
Many meanings depending on kanji, may mean 'greatly prosperous'.
17
Issai
to govern
18
Izen
The one who carries enlightenment; He will laugh
19
Iori
Wealthy, prosperous
20
Izaya
God will help
21
Inzo
one who is benevolent
22
Junpei
Pure, healthy
23
Jeiko
blessed child
24
Kanon
flower, bloom
25
Kaide
Rejoice
26
Kin
family; relative
27
Koreyon
to assist
28
Kuma
Bear; One who is kind
29
Keimon
a person who speaks well or has good fortune
30
Kaize
success; great man
31
Kaisin
A unique name that can denote 'the blessed one'
32
Ky
for the sake of, second; keeper of the keys
33
Ken
Strong or healthy
34
Kojiro
Large second son
35
Kage
shadow
36
Kyen
strong
37
Kairin
Sea, ocean
38
Keno
One who is capable
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Kaiyen
Ocean, sea
40
Kohin
光
41
Kamuri
meaning 'elk'
42
Kayto
a person who goes with the flow
43
Kannon
the sound of a bell
44
Keiwan
universe
45
Kayzen
a combination of 'Kai' meaning ocean or sea, and 'zen' in a spiritual context.
46
Kaon
Strong one.; A unique particle in physics.
47
Kiree
きれい (Kirei - Beautiful)
48
Kensen
Meaning varies based on kanji used but can imply 'knowledge'.
49
Kazuyuki
harmony and happiness
50
Kaeto
Question mark definition unclear; could be a combination of kanji contributing different meanings
51
Kemarui
tree of life
52
Kiyon
a style, standard; or intentional
53
Kairen
To turn or circle
54
Kaiiden
ocean, sea; the warrior
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Kiyro
Two, second
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Kimar
one who is valued or esteemed; bright or radiant
57
Kado
gate; derived from Kadonashi, meaning someone who is one with the gate
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Khiro
A term that can refer to a man who is skilled or distinguished.
59
Kazuyoshi
Peaceful or harmonious
60
Kyrei
a person who is blessed
61
Kodan
Turtle, wisdom
62
Kaion
ocean or sea waves
63
Kanji
Chinese characters'
64
Laxus
Derived from the Latin 'Laxus', which means 'loose' or 'free'.
65
Moe
Sprout; Short form of Maurice
66
Mas
a common given name meaning 'elegant' or 'gracious'
67
Maico
From the god of music
68
Machi
A town or a place; also can mean 'to hold
69
Maro
For those who have a different kanji, meanings can vary; for instance, 丸 can mean 'round' or 'circle'.
70
Masan
meaning 'true' or ‘genuine’
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Mayko
may refer to 'insects and little creatures' (マイコ) or 'dance child' (舞子)
72
Mau
Sprout, grow
73
Morio
guardian
74
Maron
Meaning 'chestnut'.; Meaning 'son of the lonely'.
75
Nasai
one who reads
76
Naeco
serpent; born of the sea
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Nikko
Sunlight or shining light (日光)
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Naki
blessing
79
Oban
Small bay.
80
Rino
jasmine
81
Ryuki
meaning 'dragon spirit' or 'dragon energy'.
82
Ronin
roaming samurai
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Ryotaro
Strong, big, or great
84
Renji
love and second
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Reko
blessed child
86
Richi
a variant of Riki, meaning 'power' or 'strength'
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Riyu
Two streams
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Rayden
Thunder and Lightning)
89
Reico
wise child
90
Seiki
successful; period
91
Shoun
Pine tree.; A variant of Sean, which means 'God is gracious.'
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Seitu
from the village
93
Shaki
bright, clear
94
Sei
three
95
Subaru
Pleides star cluster (cluster of stars)
96
Shiheim
Could possibly derive from '志', meaning 'will or intention' and '平', meaning 'flat or peaceful'.
97
Shigemi
prosperous beauty
98
Sega
Sega can refer to a state of blessing
99
Shogo
to fly, soar or achieve
100
Shig
To shine, to illuminate
101
Tyki
a name related to bravery or strength
102
Takeo
warrior
103
Tamon
Without a superior
104
Takye
High, noble
105
Taiga
large river
106
Taishi
great prince
107
Tomio
wealthy hero; friend and man
108
Takori
hawk, bird of prey
109
Taichi
Tai = great; chi = wisdom or intellect
110
Tatsumi
elegance and beauty
111
Tajiri
wealth; fortune
112
Taisen
Taisen can mean 'great battle' or 'big war', with the kanji 大戦.
113
Tomari
To be born again
114
Taiki
a large radiance
115
Takeichi
Drake (a male duck) or warrior
116
Youki
The meaning can vary based on the kanji used; common interpretations include 'hero' (勇気) or 'dream' (夢希).
117
Yuji
second, second son applied in names as Yuji
118
Yoshiyuki
good fortune and happiness; righteousness and conduct
119
Yosuke
to be helpful, full of assistance
120
Zenn
Zen, meditation

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Japanese Unisex Names

216 gender-neutral names of Japanese origin — showing top 120

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Akari
Light
2
Ahari
flower, blossom
3
Atari
to hit or succeed
4
Aki
autumn, bright, or sparkle
5
Akida
the one who is intelligent
6
Amori
Amori can mean 'to love' as a derivation from 'ai' (愛).
7
Ako
the child of love
8
Ahmi
Beloved
9
Aiace
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiava
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aibek
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aibhne
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aibne
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aichinger
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aicke
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidan-hugh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidan-james
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidan-john
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidan-joseph
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidan-scott
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidanlee
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidas
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-che
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-jai
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-james
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-jay
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-john
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-lee
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiden-riley
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidenas
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidenjohn
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidey
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidi
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aididam
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidie
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aido
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidoo
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidtya
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aidyn-joseph
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aieesha
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiela
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiello
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiert
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiesrom
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aifric
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiga
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigan
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigar
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigars
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigbojie
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigerim
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aighan
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aighleigh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigneis
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigris
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aigul
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aihran
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiiva
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aikaterini
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aike
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aikens
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aiki
A Japanese name with cultural significance
63
Aikins
A Japanese name with cultural significance
64
Aila-may
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailaigh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailand
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailayh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailbe
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailbert
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailbhe
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aileas
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailee-may
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aileigh-jean
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailep
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailer
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailert
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailidh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailiedh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailigael
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailish-rose
A Japanese name with cultural significance
81
Ailisha
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aillee
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Aillie
A Japanese name with cultural significance
84
Ailn
A Japanese name with cultural significance
85
Ailpein
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailssa
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailsun
A Japanese name with cultural significance
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Ailt
A Japanese name with cultural significance
89
Ailun
A Japanese name with cultural significance
90
Ailysh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
91
Ailìs
A Japanese name with cultural significance
92
Aimaan
A Japanese name with cultural significance
93
Aimable
A Japanese name with cultural significance
94
Aimah
A Japanese name with cultural significance
95
Aimantas
A Japanese name with cultural significance
96
Aimee-
A Japanese name with cultural significance
97
Aimee-anna
A Japanese name with cultural significance
98
Aimee-elizabeth
A Japanese name with cultural significance
99
Aimee-grace
A Japanese name with cultural significance
100
Aimee-jane
A Japanese name with cultural significance
101
Aimee-jayne
A Japanese name with cultural significance
102
Aimee-jo
A Japanese name with cultural significance
103
Aimee-lea
A Japanese name with cultural significance
104
Aimee-lee
A Japanese name with cultural significance
105
Aimee-leigh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
106
Aimee-louise
A Japanese name with cultural significance
107
Aimee-lynn
A Japanese name with cultural significance
108
Aimee-mae
A Japanese name with cultural significance
109
Aimee-may
A Japanese name with cultural significance
110
Aimee-rose
A Japanese name with cultural significance
111
Aimeeleigh
A Japanese name with cultural significance
112
Aimer
A Japanese name with cultural significance
113
Aimeric
A Japanese name with cultural significance
114
Aimery
A Japanese name with cultural significance
115
Aimey
A Japanese name with cultural significance
116
Aimey-louise
A Japanese name with cultural significance
117
Aimie-jai
A Japanese name with cultural significance
118
Aimiee
A Japanese name with cultural significance
119
Aimiejit
A Japanese name with cultural significance
120
Aimien
A Japanese name with cultural significance

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