The whiteness of the snow and the beauty of the starry sky evoke images of transparency and serenity. They can also convey the wish that the child will have the endurance and perseverance to endure the extreme cold of winter.

In this article, we’ll introduce Japanese baby names for girls and boys related to winter.

冬

winter

This kanji looks like a scale or something is hanging from it. This represents preserving food by hanging it up. In other words, the kanji character “冬” was chosen to represent an attempt to spend the winter season when food is scarce.

雪

snow

Snow spreading out before one’s eyes has a beauty that steals the hearts of those who see it. The white beauty of the snow gives an image of freshness. The name “snow” can be used to express the wish that a person will have a pure heart.

椿

camellia

Camellia flowers bloom from late fall to early spring, all through the winter. The language of camellia flowers in Japan varies by color. Red is understated splendor, unpretentious grace, and humble virtue; white is perfect beauty, impeccable charm, and supreme loveliness; and pink is understated beauty, modest love, and modesty. It is wonderful to name the baby a flower after the language of flowers.

柚

citron

The kanji “柚” is called “yuzu” and is a type of citrus fruit classified in the tangerine family. The language used for yuzu includes “healthy beauty,” “spotless person,” and “sigh of love.”

彗

comet

This kanji represents the romantic image of a comet and the impression of the great scale and mystery of space. In clear winter skies comets are seen more often making it great for names meant to evoke a wintry atmosphere.

菫

violet

In Japan violets suggest a language of “humble,” “sincere,” and “happiness”. These are all fitting for violets that bloom quietly by the roadside. They derive their name from their modest and reserved blooming appearance.

While we introduced Japanese baby girl names, they could be used for people of any gender. Thank you for reading this article. Please take a look at our other articles about Japanese baby names!