Your go-to for believable Japanese names
Try out this Japanese name generator to grab thousands upon thousands of ideas for naming your next character. Maybe you're writing a story set in Japan, starting a game that requires a fitting name or simply have an interest in the culture. Whatever your need, this random name generator has you covered.
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Learn a little more about Japan
The "Land of the Rising Sun", Nihon or Nippon in Japanese, was once thought to be the country that first saw the sun rise in the East when the day began. It consists of more than 6,800 islands. Surrounded by water, unsurprisingly one of Japan's main export products is seafood.
If you're into manga - Japanese comic books and graphic novels - then you're in luck, as the country sells over two billion copies each year to its own citizens. For anime fans: don't forget to give our anime name generator a go!
Japanese naming traditions
The Japanese naming traditions can help you understand the country's culture and history. They are an integral part of Japanese culture. One of the most distinguishing features of Japanese names is their use of kanji (a translation of Chinese characters for Japanese language). Each character in kanji has a unique meaning. They can also be combined to make a name. Contrary to Western culture, Japanese names are written with the family name first followed by the given name second.
In traditional Japanese society, the family name was passed down through male lines. Children would inherit their father's names. In modern Japan, children are more likely to inherit their mother's name or combine the names of their father and mother to create a new family name. Japanese names can also be written using hiragana and katakana, which are syllabic writing system that is used to phonetically spell Japanese words. These writing systems can be used to spell foreign names in Japanese contexts or to write names that do not have a corresponding kanji character.
Japan has no established guidelines for the types of names that are appropriate. Names can be given in many ways. Parents may choose the name of their child based on its meaning. They might choose characters that represent wisdom or strength. People may pick a name based upon how it sounds. They choose characters that sound good. Parents may choose a name based upon how it looks. They might pick characters that appeal to their eyes or have the right balance of strokes.
Japanese people are also known to use a nickname, or "Japanese name" in their daily lives. This is in addition to traditional Japanese names. These names can be given by family or friends, or chosen by the individual. These names are usually shorter and easier to pronounce that their full legal names. Names in Japan can be written in kanji or hiragana or katakana. They can also be based on the person’s given name, personality or physical appearance.
In Japanese naming traditions, honorific titles are used to add a person's title to show respect or familiarity. These are most commonly used honorific titles. "Sama," a more formal honorific, is used frequently for people in high-ranking positions. "San" can be used for any person. Teachers, doctors, and other professionals who are skilled in a specific skill or knowledge are called "Sensei."
In Japanese names, a generation name is a common name that is shared by all members in a particular family. Generation names are usually given to children at their birth, in addition to their given name. Generation names can be written in kanji or hiragana or katakana. They are usually chosen according to the wishes of the parents and family tradition.
The Japanese tradition of naming animals is a key part of Japanese culture. They have a long history. These traditions are useful for non-Japanese people to communicate with Japanese counterparts. They also provide insight into Japan's past and present.
5 questions to help you come up with Japanese names
- What characters from Japanese culture and mythology would you like to use in your name?
- Are there any kanji or common syllables you would like to include?
- Do you prefer traditional or modern names?
- Do you have a specific meaning in mind for your name?
- Are there any other names that you like that could possibly be used to create a more unique name?
Can I use the random Japanese names that this tool creates?
Yes you can. The Story Shack claims no copyright on any of these names, but it is of course possible that some of the values this name generator provides are already owned by anyone else, so please make sure to always do your due diligence.
How many ideas can I generate with this Japanese Name Generator?
The Japanese Name Generator can generate thousands of ideas for your project, so feel free to keep clicking and at the end use the handy copy feature to export your Japanese names to a text editor of your choice. Enjoy!
What are good Japanese names?
There's thousands of random Japanese names in this generator. Here are some samples to start:
Examples of Japanese names| Idea #1 | Yoshida Nobusuke |
| Idea #2 | Kawahara Hideki |
| Idea #3 | Kuroba Zenko |
| Idea #4 | Namba Masahide |
| Idea #5 | Mura Ryo |
| Idea #6 | Takai Kenshin |
| Idea #7 | Hironaka Waotaka |
| Idea #8 | Nakashima Haruhiro |
| Idea #9 | Tominaga Motoyuki |
| Idea #10 | Koyasu Isoruko |
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