It’s also not uncommon to see other dog owners who desire a Japanese dog name for their non-Japanese dogs. Not for any other reason than it allows them to choose a unique, authentic name that’ll make their dog stand out in the park. Or, perhaps they find interest in Japanese culture and heritage. Want to know the best part? You don’t even need to master the Japanese language to choose one —because most of these dog names are very easy to pronounce. However, if you or any member of your household has any difficulty pronouncing any of these names, you should seek the help of a language app such as Duolingo. We’ve compiled a list of the most incredible Japanese dog names and their meanings, to help in your enthusiastic search for the perfect name for your new bundle of joy. This list consists of names inspired by your dog’s personality/appearance to names inspired by Japanese food, pop culture, or the natural world. So we’ve made it easier to choose one that’ll suit you and everyone in your family.
Male Japanese Dog Names and Their Meanings
Here’s our carefully selected list of the most popular Japanese dog names for your male dog, and their meanings.
- Aiko – meaning child of love.
- Aki – meaning bright, autumn.
- Arata – meaning fresh, new.
- Oshi – meaning beautiful stream, good luck, good, righteous.
- Shinju – meaning pearl.
- Umi – meaning ocean.
- Daitan – meaning daring, bold.
- Daiki – meaning big, great glory / great nobility.
- Haruto – meaning sun flying.
- Katashi – meaning firm.
- Akio – meaning bright man, hero.
- Hiro – meaning generous.
- Isamu – meaning brave, courageous.
- Kaito – meaning ocean flying.
- Jiro – meaning the second son.
- Taiki – meaning great radiance, shine.
- Yoshi – meaning lucky/righteous.
- Tadao – meaning loyal, faithful man.
- Maron – meaning chestnut.
- Hideo – meaning excellent man.
- Taki- meaning waterfall.
- Kumo- meaning cloud.
- Kento – meaning happiness.
- Yuzu – meaning a type of citrus fruit.
- Kenta – meaning large, strong, healthy.
- Katsu – meaning victory.
- Ren – meaning lotus/love.
Female Japanese Dog Names and their Meanings
Here’s our carefully selected list of the most popular Japanese dog names for your female dog, and their meanings.
- Eri –meaning blessed prize
- Akira – meaning intelligent, bright, clear
- Amaya – meaning night rain
- Emi – meaning beautiful blessing
- Hana – meaning flower
- Haru – meaning sunlight, spring
- Rina – meaning jasmine
- Sachiko – meaning joyful, happy child
- Eiji – meaning prosperity, peace, great
- Hime- meaning princess
- Tsuki – meaning moon
- Yuki – meaning snow, happiness
- Amai – meaning sweet
- Yumi – meaning beautiful
- Chieko- meaning child of intelligence, wisdom
- Ryoko – meaning refreshing child
- Maiko – meaning child of dance
- Kimi – meaning noble
- Chika – meaning scatter flowers
- Miyako – meaning beautiful night child
- Miwa – meaning beautiful harmony, peace
- Yua- meaning binding love
- Sora – meaning sky
- Yasu – meaning peace
- Ki –meaning brightness, radiance
- Mori –meaning forest
