290 Shinto Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Celebrating a new life's arrival is a happy and momentous occasion, full of good wishes, aspirations, and new opportunities. Shinto, a native faith and cultural custom of Japan, has strongly shaped traditions and values within Japanese society. Shinto baby girl names mirror the deep link between Japanese individuals, their environment, beliefs, and heritage.
Shinto, translating to 'way of the gods,' focuses on honoring kami, a divine spirit believed to inhabit the natural elements (1). This deep respect for nature forms the essence of Shinto names, inspiring a series of names that reflect the splendor and mystery of our surroundings. These names can bring to mind the outdoors, such as gentle flowers and calm scenes, or strong natural forces like water and fire.
After about a month of a girl's birth, a special event called Miyamairi is organized at a Shinto shrine. The parents and grandparents gather to thank the gods for the newborn's arrival. A Shinto priest stands between the group and the altar, followed by the recital of a special prayer, including holding and swinging the tamagushi (a form of Shinto offering). While praying, the priest mentions the baby's name, the parent’s names, where they live, and when the baby was born. After this, the parents and grandparents take turns bowing to the altar and carefully placing their tamagushi on it.
If you're drawn to the beauty and fascination of Japanese traditions like Shinto customs, you certainly will love these exquisite names from Japanese culture. As you explore the task of choosing a name for your baby girl, we offer you a wide array of Shinto names, each holding a special meaning and a hint of everlasting charm.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Air		Unisex	Breath; Life; Atmosphere
Airi		Unisex	Colorful; Cheerful; Fresh
Akatsuki		Unisex	Dawn; Daybreak
Akemi		Girl	Bright, beautiful, dawn
Akeno		Unisex	Bright, shining
Akie		Unisex	Graceful, intelligent, serene
Akino		Unisex	Autumn field
Akita		Unisex	Breed of bear-hunting dog from the mountainous regions of northern Japan
Akiya		Unisex	Bright; Autumn
Akuma		Unisex	Demon; Devil
Amane		Unisex	Peaceful, serene, tranquil
Amaterasu		Unisex	Shining in heaven
Anime		Unisex	Animation
Ao		Unisex	Brightness, brilliance, blue
Arashi		Unisex	Storm; Tempest
Asuma		Unisex	True guardian
Asumi		Unisex	Beautiful purity; Pure beauty
Asuna		Unisex	Light, bright, morning
Atari		Unisex	Japanese word for success or victory
Atsuko		Girl	Warm; Kind child
Ayako		Girl	Reliable, gentle, peaceful
Ayami		Unisex	Exquisite and graceful
Ayano		Unisex	Colorful, serene, beautiful
Ayato		Unisex	Versatile and determined
Azumi		Unisex	Safe residence; Peaceful dwelling
Bandit		Unisex	A person who steals or robs, often as part of a group or gang
Chidori		Unisex	A thousand birds
Chisa		Unisex	Small; Precious
Chiyo		Girl	Thousand generations
Chiyoko		Girl	Child of a thousand generations
Chizue		Girl	Long life; Endurance; Durability
Cho		Girl	Butterfly
Chouko		Girl	Butterfly; an insect that feeds on nectar of flowers
Daigo		Girl	Strength, greatness, enlightenment
Denki		Unisex	Electricity
Dragon		Unisex	A mythical, usually large creature featuring serpentine or reptilian traits
East		Unisex	Direction of the sunrise; Opposite of west
Eevee		Unisex	Cute and versatile Pokémon
Eiko		Unisex	Child of splendor
Emiya		Unisex	Archer, Protector, Skillful
Emperor		Unisex	Ruler, authority, powerful
Fuka		Unisex	Breeze or fusion
Fumi		Unisex	Literature; History
Gion		Unisex	God is gracious
Hajime		Unisex	Beginning; Start
Haleena		Girl	Of the light
Hanabi		Unisex	Fireworks, celebration, beauty
Haruka		Unisex	Distant or far away
Harvest		Unisex	The process of gathering ripe crops from fields
Hatsumi		Unisex	First beauty
Hauba		Girl	A person's individual soul
Hayami		Unisex	Mountain beauty
Hibana		Unisex	Spark
Hildeth		Girl	She who gives good battle counsel
Hime		Unisex	Princess
Hinode		Unisex	Sunrise
Hiromi		Unisex	Exalted, broad view
Hitachi		Unisex	Sunrise
Hitomi		Unisex	Pupil of the eye
Hiyori		Unisex	Weather
Homura		Unisex	Flame; Firelight
Hondo		Unisex	Warrior or loyal warrior
Honoka		Unisex	Harmony or peaceful spirit
Howl		Unisex	Eminent; Prominent; To cry out loud
Hylia		Unisex	Divine and sacred
Ichigo		Unisex	Strawberry or one with a cheerful spirit
Ichika		Unisex	First flower
Ichiro		Unisex	First son, first born
Iku		Unisex	Death; To live
Inari		Unisex	Finnish goddess of fertility and agriculture
Inori		Unisex	Prayer or wish
Inu		Unisex	Dog
Iori		Unisex	Fragrant weaving; Weaving with colors
Iro		Unisex	Peaceful
Iroha		Unisex	Japanese alphabet, first step
Island		Unisex	A piece of land surrounded by water
Itsumi		Unisex	Joyful; Beautiful; Peace
Izan		Unisex	To give; Generosity
Izaya		Unisex	God is my salvation
Izen		Unisex	Word; Saying
Izumi		Unisex	Spring, fountain
Janiett		Girl	God is gracious
Jennet		Girl	Heaven-sent individual
Josephin		Girl	May God give
Joshita		Girl	Pleased
Jubei		Unisex	The brave one
Julep		Unisex	A sweet drink
Kagura		Unisex	Divine entertainment; Ceremonial dance
Kaguya		Girl	Radiant night; Shining night
Kaho		Unisex	Flower child
Kaido		Unisex	Strength; Power; Ruler
Kakashi		Unisex	Scarecrow or scarecrow ninja
Kameko		Unisex	Turtle child or child of the turtle
Kamiko		Unisex	Superior child or superior beauty
Kana		Girl	Powerful
Kanae		Unisex	Seedling; Fruitful
Kanako		Girl	Child of the flower
Kaname		Unisex	Central or pivotal
Kaomi		Unisex	Beautiful truth
Katsu		Unisex	Victory; Win

Infographic: Splendid Shinto Baby Girl Names

Shinto names hold strong connections to Japan's culture and spiritual customs. They carry special meanings and symbols reflecting family beliefs and hopes for their child. Capture the heart of Shinto beliefs by giving your precious child a name that will be remembered for generations. Find the ideal Shinto name for your daughter by scrolling through our infographic.

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