Japanese Dog Names

Kitana

A name derived from the Japanese word for 'cutting tool' or 'sword'.

Kitaro

A boy who brings good fortune

Koba

A playful or energetic spirit

Kobe

A name derived from a type of beef from Japan.

Kohana

Japanese for 'flower' or 'petal'

Kokoro

Heart or spirit

Kono

Japanese name meaning 'this or that'

Kori

A Japanese word meaning 'small'; can also refer to a young child

Koro

A cute way to refer to a dog in some cultures

Kota

A name meaning 'friend' or 'companion' in various cultures

Koto

Japanese word for 'harp'

Krillin

A character from the Dragon Ball series known for his martial arts skills.

Kubo

Japanese word meaning 'corner' or 'angle'

Kujo

Derived from Japanese, meaning 'to manage' or 'to handle'

Kumi

A term of endearment in Japanese, often means 'companion' or 'friend'

Kura

A Japanese term meaning 'warehouse' or 'storehouse'

Kuri

Japanese for chestnut

Kuron

Japanese for 'black'

Kurumi

A type of Japanese nut and also means 'walnut' in Japanese

Kyoto

Capital city of Japan

Luffy

The name of a popular character from the anime and manga series 'One Piece'.

Madara

The one who stands out or is prominent

Mako

A type of shark; can also refer to a quick or fast person.

Makoto

Truth or sincerity

Manami

A Japanese name meaning 'beautiful waves' or 'bountiful beauty'.

Manju

Sweet pastry

Maru

Circle or round

Masumi

Clear, elegant

Mayu

The name 'Mayu' signifies 'night' in Japanese

Megumi

Blessing or grace

Meiko

Blessing

Meliodas

Leader of the seven deadly sins

Mieko

A Japanese name meaning 'beautiful child' or 'child of the future'.

Mikumi

A place name from Japan, often associated with nature or scenery

Minako

A feminine name often associated with beautiful women.

Minato

Harbor or port

Minun

A species from the Pokémon universe, known for its electric abilities

Miroku

A character known for spiritual powers and wisdom

Misa

Japanese for city or to save

Misu

Cute or adorable

Mitsie

A diminutive form of the name 'Mitsuko', which means 'light' or 'radiance' in Japanese.

Mitsuko

Child of light

Mitsy

A diminutive form of the name 'Mitsuko', which means 'child of light' in Japanese.

Miu

A playful sound often made by cats, resembling a meow

Moku

Japanese for tree trunk or stem

Momoe

Japanese for 'peach', symbolizing sweetness and youth

Mompi

Derived from the Japanese word for 'small', implying a cute or endearing quality.

Mori

Japanese for forest

Moro

A character from Japanese animation, known for being loyal and friendly

Moto

Japanese for 'origin' or 'base'

Muto

Japanese for 'nothing' or 'zero'

Nanto

The name Nanto is often associated with the concept of a south wind or a peaceful breeze.

Naoki

A Japanese name meaning 'honest' or 'straightforward'

Naruto

To leap through the water or a whirlpool.

Natsuki

Summer hope

Neiko

A name derived from 'neko', which means 'cat' in Japanese

Ninjia

Referring to a stealthy and skilled warrior from Japan

Norio

Japanese meaning 'field' or 'man of the field'

Oharo

The name Oharo is of Japanese origin and can mean 'large field' or 'big plain'.

Okinawa

A Japanese island known for its beautiful beaches and rich culture

Onari

Spirits of the rice fields in Japanese mythology

Onita

Little ghost

Onna

Japanese for woman

Ono

Japanese word for sound

Ookii

Japanese for big or large

Osamu

To be wise or to be thoughtful

Ouki

A variant of 'uki', which refers to a small, lively dog.

Pochi

Little one

Pocky

A popular Japanese snack consisting of biscuit sticks coated with chocolate or other flavors

Raiden

Thunder and lightning

Raika

A name that can mean 'beloved' or 'light', often associated with positive and joyful qualities.

Rakita

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'bright, clear'

Rako

A playful and energetic character, often associated with happiness.

Reika

Blessed fragrance

Riko

A variation of the name 'Rika', which means 'child of the ruler' in Japanese.

Rin

Wave, sound, or laughing

Riolu

A Pokémon species with a strong connection to aura and fighting spirit.

Roku

Japanese for six

Ronin

A masterless samurai in feudal Japan

Ruki

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'lord' or 'noble'

Ryu

Dragon

Sachi

Happiness or good fortune

Setsuko

Child of the snow

Shinju

Pearl

Shiro

Japanese for 'white'

Sinya

A name that implies beauty and purity.

Sora

Means 'sky' in Japanese

Soto

A type of savory stew or soup in Japanese cuisine

Suna

Sun in various languages, often associated with brightness and warmth.

Taeko

Generational child

Taiyo

Sun

Taka

Hawk in Japanese

Togo

A name that refers to a famous sled dog in historical context.

Tomi

A diminutive form of various names, often implying affection.

Tomoka

The flower of the cherry blossom

Tosa

A breed of dog originated in Japan, known for its strength and loyalty.

Toshi

Meaningful or wise

Toshii

Japanese for 'a place' or 'field'

Ume

Japanese for plum blossom

Uta

A name of poetic and lyrical significance