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Japanese names starting with Y 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 Y — quick facts

  • 23 Japanese names begin with the letter Y
  • 16 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 Y

16 girl names

#758
Japanese
to be gentle or to be reasoned
#781
Japanese
eight generations
#1198
Japanese
Night rain
#1207
Japanese↑ Rising
The reason, to be gentle.
#1309
Japanese
good fortune; auspicious
#1344
Japanese
which can mean 'child of rice'.
#1375
Japanese
snow valley
#1491
Japanese
a branch of cherry blossoms
#1492
Japanese
Citrus blossom
#1506
Japanese
reeds
#1735
Japanese
To accomplish, to do it!
#1925
Japanese
Herb; Calm spirit
#8033
Japanese↑ Rising
night
Japanese↑ Rising
dream
Japanese
reason, cause, logic (由); a flower, beautiful
Japanese
to be peaceful

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Japanese Boy Names Starting With Y

4 boy names

#1123
Japanese
good fortune and happiness; righteousness and conduct
#1589
Japanese
The meaning can vary based on the kanji used; common interpretations include 'hero' (勇気) or 'dream' (夢希).
#1955
Japanese
to be helpful, full of assistance
#8955
Japanese↑ Rising
second, second son applied in names as Yuji

Japanese Unisex Names Starting With Y

3 gender-neutral names

#502
Japanese
good, benevolent; beauty; decision
#7275
Japanese
This can mean 'distant' or 'calm' depending on the characters used.; The name of a Yuman-speaking indigenous group in the southwestern United States.
#8958
Japanese
to be graceful or to be elegant