Japanese Dog Names

Aica

A name with roots in Japanese meaning 'love' or 'affection'

Aiko

Beloved child

Airin

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'love' or 'jasmine'

Akamaru

Red pill

Akando

A unique name without a specific defined meaning in popular contexts

Akari

Brightness or light

Akemi

Bright beauty

Akiko

Autumn child

Akio

Bright boy

Akkira

Bright and clear

Akko

A common name in Japan, often associated with bright and cheerful things.

Akura

A term meaning 'noble' or 'pure' in some cultures.

Amaya

Night rain

Ando

A variant of the name 'Andrew', meaning 'manly' or 'brave'.

Arano

Means 'the distant one' in Japanese

Arata

Fresh or new

Arcanine

A powerful, mythical canine Pokémon known for its loyalty and speed

Arika

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'bright' or 'intelligent'

Arisa

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'beautiful village'

Asami

Morning beauty

Ashi

A term of endearment or affection.

Auron

Brave or strong

Ayame

Japanese for iris flower

Ayumu

To walk or to run

Baki

A term used for a fighter in a competitive sport, often associated with strength and bravery

Bendo

A Japanese word meaning 'to bend' or 'to curve'

Bento

A single-portion take-out or home-packed meal common in Japanese cuisine

Buto

A term in Japanese that can refer to various things, including a common dog name

Cashira

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'forward' or 'to advance'.

Chako

A name often associated with a friendly and playful nature.

Chiba

A place name in Japan, often associated with the city of Chiba.

Chibbi

A term of endearment often used in informal speech

Chichi

A playful expression or nickname often associated with cuteness.

Chika

A name derived from various languages meaning 'chick' or 'child'.

Chiko

A term often used in various cultures to refer to a young boy or male.

Daiki

Great nobility or grandeur

Dako

A name derived from elements meaning 'to take' or 'to hold'

Dango

A traditional Japanese dessert made of rice flour, typically served on a skewer and often enjoyed during festivals

Dashi

A type of Japanese stock or broth used in various dishes

Denzo

A name derived from the Japanese word for 'three', often used to signify strength or resilience.

Dioji

A name derived from the Japanese word for 'dog' (犬), symbolizing loyalty and companionship.

Dojo

A place of learning, especially for martial arts

Eevee

A Pokémon that can evolve into multiple forms

Emi

The goddess of beauty and love in Japanese mythology

Emiko

Child of blessed beauty

Ganta

A character from the anime series 'Gowther's Party'

Gari

A common name in various cultures, often associated with joy and enthusiasm

Goku

The person that overcomes adversity

Goma

Japanese for 'sesame'

Gono

The name has various interpretations, often associated with 'friend' or 'companion' in certain cultures.

Gori

Derived from Japanese, meaning 'to protect' or 'guardian'.

Hachikō

Faithful dog

Haiko

A reference to the Japanese haiku poem format

Hako

Japanese word for box or container

Haku

White

Hana

Blossom or flower

Hanako

Flower child

Hanto

Name associated with strong spirit or energy

Hanzo

A swift and stealthy person

Hara

A term that can refer to a region or area, used in various contexts.

Haro

A term used in various contexts, including a name in Japanese

Haruki

Spring child

Hatchi

The name Hatchi is often associated with loyalty and fidelity.

Hayate

Meaning 'storm' or 'swift wind' in Japanese

Hayo

To be happy or joyful

Hedo

Japanese word meaning 'edge' or 'border'

Hideki

Means 'shining' or 'radiant' in Japanese

Hikaru

Light or radiance

Himari

A Japanese name that means 'sunny place' or 'prosperous village'

Hinako

A girl or child of the sun

Hokkaido

A region in Japan known for its natural beauty

Hokky

A playful and affectionate term, often associated with joy and companionship.

Holo

The name of a character from the Japanese light novel series 'Spice and Wolf', known for her wolf deity form and cunning personality.

Hoshi

Star

Hoshiko

Star child

Hotaka

A mountain peak in Japan, often associated with strength and stability

Hotaru

Firefly

Hyago

Meaning unknown; potentially derived from Japanese

Ichigo

Strawberry in Japanese

Iki

Japanese for two

Ikka

A rare dog name, can imply a connection or familiarity.

Iko

Means 'one' in Japanese and is often associated with unity and simplicity.

Inari

The name of a Japanese deity associated with rice, fertility, and agriculture.

Isoko

A Japanese term meaning 'child of the river'

Itto

Japanese for 'one' or 'first'

Jenko

A playful and adventurous spirit.

Juki

A term of endearment or a playful name in various cultures, often associated with joy and playfulness.

Juri

Japanese for 'accurate' or 'to stand'

Juro

To combine or blend

Kabe

A Japanese word meaning 'wall' or 'fence'

Kado

Japanese for 'gate'

Kaido

The name means 'ocean pathway' in Japanese.

Kaijo

Japanese for 'ocean castle'

Kaiya

Forgiveness

Kajo

A name that means 'a small cap or lid' in Japanese

Kami

A term meaning 'god' or 'spirit' in Japanese

Kamiko

Child of the god

Kamina

The name of a character from the anime 'Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann', known for his bravery and determination.

Kappy

Derived from the word 'kappa', referring to a mythical creature in Japanese folklore.

Kato

The name Kato means the second born in Japanese.