Nami
Fact sheet
- Name
- Nami
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Nami is a Japanese name for girls and at the same time a Persian name for boys. The meaning of the name is derived from the Japanese word nami (波), which means 'the wave', as well as from the combination of the Japanese words na (奈) for 'apple tree' and mi (美) for 'beautiful', which together means 'beautiful apple tree'.
What does the name Nami mean?
Nami is both a Japanese first name for girls and a Persian first name for boys. The Japanese meaning is 'the wave' and 'beautiful apple tree', where na (奈) means 'apple tree' and mi (美) means 'beautiful'. In Persian, Nami is derived from nāmi (نامی), which means 'famous', thus meaning 'the famous one'.
Where does the name Nami come from?
The name Nami has both Japanese and Persian roots and is used as a female and male first name. The meanings include 'the wave' and 'the famous one'. In Japanese, the name consists of nami (波) for 'wave' and the combination of na (奈) for 'apple tree' and mi (美) for 'beautiful'. In Persian, it comes from nāmi (نامی), which means 'famous'. The languages in which Nami appears are Japanese (Kanji) and Persian.
How do you pronounce Nami?
The pronunciation of Nami is soft and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Na-mi' [ˈnaːmi]. The long vowel A gives it a warm and open sound, while the second syllable sounds bright and light. The clear vowel sequence gives Nami a friendly, modern touch – gentle, harmonious, and well-balanced.
Popularity
In Germany, Nami is a very sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 462nd among the most common names for girls. In the last ten years, Nami has been given about 460 times, placing it 907th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,088th. Nami also enjoys a certain popularity internationally.
Nicknames & pet names
Namilein / Namisan / Nana
Famous people
- Nami (main character in One Piece (anime))
- Nami Amuro (singer)
- Nami Kisugi (character from the anime 'Cat's Eye - A Super Trio')
- Nami Kurokawa (Japanese actress)
- Nami Matsuda (Japanese physicist)
- Nami Miyahara (Japanese actress)
- Nami Mun (American writer)
- Nami Tamaki (Japanese singer)
- Nami Yayak (fencer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nami
What is the origin of the name Nami?
Nami has both Japanese and Persian roots. In Japanese, it is used as a female first name, while in Persian it is also common for boys.
What does the name Nami mean?
In Japanese, Nami means 'the wave' and can also be interpreted as 'beautiful apple tree'. In Persian, the name is derived from 'nāmi', which means 'famous'.
How popular is the name Nami?
The popularity of the name Nami varies by region. In Japan and among certain international communities, the name is gaining popularity.