GET YOUR JAPANESE NAME // JAPANESE NAME GENERATOR
Curious to know your name in Japanese?
Our Japanese Name Generator makes it effortless to learn how to transcribe your name into Japanese script, so you can start integrating it seamlessly into your daily life.
Simply provide your Full Name, Email, and Nationality in the form located on the right side of this page.
You will soon receive an email from us with your Japanese name.
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JAPANESE NAMES // 5 FUN FACTS
- In Japan, the family name comes before the given name, which is the opposite of Western naming conventions. For example, in the name “Yamada Taro,” “Yamada” is the family name and “Taro” is the given name.
- Japanese names are often written using kanji characters, which can have multiple readings and meanings. Parents often choose kanji characters for their children’s names carefully, considering their meanings and how they sound.
- Many Japanese names have specific meanings, often related to nature, virtues, or desired qualities. For example, the name “Haru” (春) means “spring,” while “Hikari” (光) means “light.”
- Honorific titles like “san,” “sama,” and “kun” are commonly added to people’s names to show respect and familiarity. For example, “Tanaka-san” is a polite way to address someone named Tanaka.
- Since 1947, spouses can decide which spouse’s family name they want to adopt. It is not automatically the husband’s last name, like in many other cultures.