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Japanese names starting with N include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to Japanese heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes Japanese-origin names so enduring.

Japanese names starting with N — quick facts

  • 24 Japanese names begin with the letter N
  • 18 girl names, 4 boy names
  • Japanese names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

Japanese Girl Names Starting With N

18 girl names

#583
Japanese
Another name for the great fish; not to be mistaken with the name Natori which means 'fishing village'
#591
Japanese
child of law, child of reason
#603
Japanese
without any
#622
Japanese
two trees
#1266
Japanese
Meaning 'seven children', where 'nana' means seven and 'ko' means child.
#1401
Japanese
There is no specific meaning attributed in Japanese; however, it draws influence from the phonetic structure.; Strong; courageous
#1440
Japanese
Love; Derived from Neji
#1666
Japanese
a name encompassing beauty; a character in Japanese literature
#1828
Japanese
Honest, honest person
#1950
Japanese
What is beyond or beyond the world
#2044
Japanese↑ Rising
beautiful and pleasant
#6338
Japanese
From the sea; model
Japanese↑ Rising
信仰者
Japanese↑ Rising
Surf or waves
Japanese↑ Rising
May refer to a variant sound-based name without a specific meaning, often used as a diminutive.
Japanese
night
Japanese
nami) meaning 'wave', and 也 (ya) as a common ending for names.; A name symbolizing fluidity, grace, and connection to nature.
Japanese
a village in the water

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Japanese Boy Names Starting With N

4 boy names

#1102
Japanese↑ Rising
Sunlight or shining light (日光)
#1602
Japanese
blessing
#4422
Japanese↑ Rising
one who reads
Japanese
serpent; born of the sea

Japanese Unisex Names Starting With N

2 gender-neutral names

#886
Japanese
cat
#5677
Japanese↑ Rising
seven; grandmother or revered elder; graceful