Japanese Dog Names

Ryu

Dragon

Sachi

Happiness or good fortune

Sai

A name often associated with a weapon or tool in martial arts, representing strength and skill.

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

Taiko

Japanese for drum

Taiyo

Sun

Taka

Hawk in Japanese

Taki

River

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

Tomomi

Beyond the knowledge or beauty

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

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

Wara

A term often associated with a peaceful and serene demeanor

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

Yuffie

A name associated with a character known for her playful and mischievous nature

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.