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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wave (波, nami), depending on kanji
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- NAH-mee
Nami is a Japanese name, said NAH-mee, that means "wave" when written with the kanji 波 (nami), though the meaning depends on which kanji is used. It's short, easy to say, and easy to spell, with a soft, open sound from start to finish.
Meaning & Origin of Nami
Meaning: Wave (波, nami), depending on kanji.
Origin: Japanese.
How to Pronounce Nami
NAH-meeIPA /ˈnɑːmi/
Popularity of Nami
Nami ranked #1496 in the U.S. in 2024, with 145 babies given the name that year. That's also its highest ranking in the Social Security data, which covers 1983 through 2024, so it's at its peak right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Nami mean?
Wave (波, nami), depending on kanji.
How do you pronounce Nami?
Nami is pronounced NAH-mee (IPA: /ˈnɑːmi/).
Is Nami a popular name right now?
Nami is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1496 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1983–2024.)
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