Japanese Name Generator

Writing a character, or just curious? I pair family and given names in a Japanese style, so you get something that sounds right to start with.

Free · No sign-up · Updated October 20, 2026 · How I write and correct pages

Saved ideas

Stored only in this browser.

1Pick the filters
2I match real names
3Copy romaji or kanji

Everything runs in your browser. I never see what you type.

How to use it

Fill in the fields, press Generate, and copy or save what you like. Press it again for a fresh set. I keep saved ideas in your browser and nowhere else. Pick a name type, gender, kanji count and meaning tag, then press Generate. Each result shows the romaji, the kanji and a short meaning. I write family names first, the way Japanese names are written.

How I build the results

I pick a given name and a family name from short lists of common Japanese-style names, and I show both the given-first and family-first orders.

What to expect

These are hand-written samples of the style, not live results.

Haruki Sato
Tanaka Aoi
Mei Mori
Kimura Ren

How do Japanese names work: kanji, romaji and meaning?

A Japanese name has a family name and a given name, and it is usually written in kanji. Romaji is the same name written in Latin letters. Each kanji carries meaning, and one name can be written with several different kanji, so a meaning is a common reading, not the only one.

Key attributes of a good one

Order: Japanese names put the family name first.
Kanji: the characters that carry the meaning.
Romaji: the Latin spelling used outside Japan.
Gender and tone: some names are male, female or unisex.

Related ideas and terms

kanji
romaji
hiragana
family name
given name
surname
Japanese baby names
anime character names

Tips for picking the best one

For fiction, look up the kanji and meaning of any name you plan to keep.
Pick a family name that fits your story's setting and era.

How I would use it

I built it for fiction, game characters and role play.

What I can't tell you

These are style-inspired mixes from a short list, not a guide to real names or their meanings. If accuracy matters, ask a Japanese speaker.

Frequently asked questions

Are these real Japanese names?

They're built from common Japanese-style names, but I don't verify kanji or meaning. Ask a native speaker before you publish.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. I designed every tool to work on small screens, with large tap targets and results that wrap instead of scrolling sideways.

What should I know before using this?