2025 Baby Name Trends in Japan Reflect Social and Cultural Values

Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Co. released a survey highlighting the most popular baby names in Japan for 2025. The top names for boys are “Minato” and “So,” sharing the same kanji meaning harbor, symbolizing parents' hopes for meaningful human connections. For girls, “Sui,” meaning jade green, reflects qualities of energy and elegance. Single-kanji names are trending for boys, including "Ren" and "Saku," while girls favor two-kanji names like "Himari" and "Tsumugi." The trend reflects parental aspirations for children's health and strong social bonds amid uncertain times.