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Shaping Your Japanese Name
To craft a fitting Japanese name, think:
- Traditional or modern style?
- Male or female designation?
- Should it carry a specific kanji meaning?
- Do you want a short or multi-syllable name?
- Will the surname match the era or region?
Japanese Name FAQs
Key questions about using this tool:
How does it generate names?
It randomly combines common Japanese surnames and given names from curated lists for each click.
Can I switch between male and female?
Yes—use the gender toggle before clicking “Generate” to select male or female name sets.
Are these names authentic?
They follow Japanese naming conventions, but always verify meanings if accuracy is crucial.
How many names can I generate?
Unlimited—keep clicking until you land on the perfect name for your character or project.
How do I copy or save?
Click the name to copy it instantly, or click the heart icon to add it to your favorites.
What are good Japanese names?
There's thousands of random Japanese names in this generator. Here are some samples to start:
- Tengan Naizen
- Nagasawa Hogai
- Minamoto Koin
- Higuchi Isoruko
- Mitsue Osamu
- Takahara Toyozo
- Watase Atasuke
- Matsutani Takuya
- Yokoyama Hisayuki
- Misaki Washi
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About the creator
All idea generators and writing tools on The Story Shack are carefully crafted by storyteller and developer Martin Hooijmans. Originally from the Netherlands, I nowadays live with my wife and child in the south of Germany. During the day I work on tech solutions for mobility provider Flix. In my free hours I love diving into stories, be it reading, writing, gaming, roleplaying, you name it, I probably enjoy it. The Story Shack is my way of giving back to the global storytelling community. It's a huge creative outlet where I love bringing my ideas to life. Thanks for coming by, and if you enjoyed this tool, make sure you check out a few more below!