Japanese Dog Names

Waka

A type of Japanese poetry traditionally composed of five lines

Wakiza

The name means 'river' in Japanese.

Wanko

A playful term for a dog in Japanese

Wasabi

A spicy plant often used in Japanese cuisine

Watari

To cross over or to move

Wato

A type of Japanese traditional small bowl or vessel

Wiko

A playful and energetic character

Yaki

A type of grilled dish in Japanese cuisine

Yako

A name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Japanese, meaning 'cooperative' or 'helpful'

Yaku

Japanese word meaning 'to be helpful' or 'to help'

Yari

A name of uncertain origin, often associated with strength and resilience

Yata

A term used in various cultures to express a cheerful exclamation or affirmation.

Yento

Derived from the word 'to emerge' suggesting brightness or clarity

Yorika

A name associated with a beautiful melody

Yoschi

A playful and loving spirit

Yoschy

A playful and energetic companion

Yosh

Joy or bliss

Yoshie

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'good' or 'righteous'

Yuba

A type of tofu skin or a small island in a river

Yudo

A martial art form from Japan

Yugo

Japanese for 'together' or 'to transport'

Yui

Fast or to be helpful in Japanese.

Yukan

Meaning 'to leap' or 'to jump' in Japanese

Yukari

A term in Japanese that can mean 'to connect' or 'to be linked'.

Yukio

Blessed child

Yume

Dream

Yumi

Abundant, archery, or reason.

Yuno

Japanese for 'reason' or 'cause'

Yura

A name of Japanese origin meaning 'to flow' or 'to be gentle'.

Yuri

Derived from the Japanese word meaning 'lily'.

Yuuna

A name of Japanese origin that often means 'gentle' or 'superior'.

Zakko

Derived from Japanese, often associated with uniqueness or individuality.

Zeff

A name often associated with strength and leadership

Zen

A state of calm being present in the moment.

Zeni

A playful name that conveys a sense of joy.

Zenko

Good child or child of Zen

Zento

A name often associated with a sense of calmness or tranquility

ōKami

Wolf in Japanese

айко

Aiko means 'beloved child' in Japanese.