We all love our plushies, but we know how tough it can be to think of the perfect name, so we've tried to make it slightly easier on you with a list of Japanese names that are popular in Japan.

These names all have a beautiful meaning and can refer to some characteristics of your new plushie. The names in the list below are super 'Kawaii' which means cute in Japan, the perfect match for any plushie!

1. Aiko is one of the female Japanese dog names meaning someone "full of love and affection".
2. Akarui is a very apt name if you have a goldfish or koi fish, it means "bright" (in color).
3. Akemi meaning "bright and beautiful", perfect for a pretty dog.
4. Akio is a cool name for Japanese male dogs meaning "a bright man or a bold hero".
5. Akira meaning "clever", is a great name for a smart pet.
6. Angel is one of the popular names for fish having long white flowy fins.
7. Asami means 'morning beauty', perfect for an early rising pet.
8. Beluga Japanese pet name for fishes that are white in color.
9. Blaze is best-suited for a bright colored fish with super speed.
10. Bruiser adds a nice ring for a nice and tough pet turtle in Japan.
11. Chibi is a cute Japanese cat name meaning "tiny".
12. Chiko is a cute and sweet name for a Japanese dog breed meaning thousand.
13. Choko, meaning "chocolate", is another way to call for your ferret in Japan.
14. Cleo is derived from the Disney film Pinnochio where a goldfish was named Cleo.
15. Daifuku is one of the names inspired by a popular Japanese confection, it's perfect for a sweet cat!
16. Daiki is amongst the Japanese dog names, meaning "shining and large".
17. Dotty is apt for a fish that have multiple dots on its body.
18. Emi is one of the sweet dog names for a female dog, meaning a "beautiful blessing".
19. Eriko pronounced as AIR-ee-Koh, meaning blessing adds an excellent identity for reptile pets in Japan.
20. Fumiko means "a child of abundant beauty".
21. Fumio signifies a scholarly hero and is one of the cutest names for cats.
22. Fynn is amongst the beautiful names for male fishes.
23. Giniro is a Japanese name for a cat given based on his/her skin color. It means silver.
24. Hana, "flower" exhibits the bright nature of your female dog.
25. Hanako meaning "flower child" is derived from Hana Flower.
26. Harmony is beautiful for a goldfish as it breeds fortune and harmony.
27. Haru is one of the sweetest male Japanese cat names, it means "spring" which we think is perfect for an adventurous feline.
28. Haruka is a funny names for cats that means "daydreaming",
29. Haruki meaning spring child is an apt name for a Japanese dog.
30. Hibiki is one of the funny names for pets whose sound echoes.
31. Hime is a short and sweet cat name meaning "princess".
32. Hiroshi meaning generous, indicates the nature of your feline.
33. Hoshi means star. In Japanese culture, Hoshi star is one of the cute Japanese dog names for females.
34. Hydra originates from Roman and Greek Mythology, meaning "water serpent monster".
35. Ichika meaning the "gift of God" is an excellent name for your feline friend.
36. Indigo is the best fit for a koi fish with a blueish tincture on its body.
37. Isamu indicates a Neko who is brave and courageous.
38. Jet is excellent and aptly fits for a loud male bird that has high speed.
39. Jiro meaning the second son, is a Japanese dog name that aptly fits if you consider it as your second child.
40. Junko is a perfect name for a cat who is pure and obedient.
41. Juro is a male Japanese dog name meaning "best wishes or someone blessed with a long life".
42. Kaiyo in the Japanese language means "the ocean".
43. Kano  meaning "power" is an apt name for Japanese dogs who are strong and well-built .
44. Katsumi meaning victorious beauty, is an apt name for a beautiful cat.
45. Kazue is one of the cool Japanese dog names meaning "a blessing".
46. Keiji, meaning "joyous" is a perfect name for a Japanese dog who is jovial in nature.
47. Keiko for a feline is a good name meaning the "adored one or a blessing".
48. Kenta means "large, strong, and healthy" and is a Japanese name for a dog.
49. Kimiko meaning "noblewoman" can be an excellent name for Japanese dog names.
50. Kinari, meaning "shore", indicates the habitat of some reptiles.
51. Kiyomi signifies "pure beauty". It is one of the famous Neko names originating from Japanese folklore.
52. Koshi is aptly suitable for a fish that has a greenish tone because it signifies green color.
53. Kotaro meaning "a grand shining son" is one of the popular names for Japanese ferret.
54. Kuu means "sky or crimson red" and as a pet name it can signify the skin color of the pet.
55. Madoka is written with various kanji characters meaning "a flower or aroma".
56. Maiko has a Germanic origin meaning "powerful".
57. Manu means "bird" in the Maori language.
58. Maron, meaning "love", is one of the popular pet names for Japanese rabbits.
59. Masatomo is a popular masculine name in Japan for pets.
60. Mazu has a Chinese origin denoting the "Goddess of Sea".
61. Mizuki meaning "the beautiful moon", it signifies physical beauty.
62. Mochi is a cute name for pets inspired by famous Japanese cuisine.
63. Momo is a food-inspired funny name for a Japanese girl rabbit.
64. Morgan meaning "sea defender" is a unique name for a pet bird in Japan.
65. Nami originates from the Japanese word Waver.
66. Nana meaning seven can signify it as your seventh feathered friend or indicate your lucky number.
67. Nao represents a possessive pet in Japan, making it ideal for dog names.
68. Nikki has a Greek origin, meaning "victory of the people".
69. Nori is a cute name for a cat meaning "to rule".
70. Oki is one of the cute fish names meaning the middle of the sea, signifying its habitat.
71. Onyx will work best for a dark-colored fish, preferably having grey or black color.
72. Pii is one of the most popular names for girl birds in Japan.
73. Rabi has an Arabic origin meaning "springtime" and a best name for rabbits.
74. Reo meaning "lion" exhibits the strong determination or physical strength of the cat.
75. Rex is one apt name for a reptile in Japan.
76. Rikuto is a funny name for Japanese dogs meaning a person of land.
77. Rina meaning "jasmine". This is a very popular dog Japanese names.
78. Russ  meaning "red" is a perfect name for the pet that hisses.
79. Ryu meaning dragon is apt name for a pet fish .
80. Saburo, meaning "third born son" in Japan, can indicate the third reptile which you own.
81. Saki is a beautiful name for a female Japanese dog meaning "a blossom of hope".
82. Sakura meaning "cherry blossom" is a Japanese dog names  inspired by Japanese Cherry Blossom.
83. Sally  meaning "princess" is one of the cute ways to call your pet snake.
84. Satoshi is a masculine name meaning a" fast learner".
85. Seeichi will exemplify a Japanese dog who is "sincere and loyal".
86. Setsuko is a female name and means "occasion, period, melody".
87. Shinobu indicates "stealth or endurance".
88. Shiori has a Japanese origin and is one of the sweetest Japanese dog names meaning "poems".
89. Shiro is amongst the popular cat names in Japan, meaning "white".
90. Sora is one of the beautiful Japanese dog names meaning the "sky".  Sora is indeed a beautiful name.
91. Sushi is a famous cuisine in Japan, but several cat names are inspired by this Japanese cuisine.
92. Tadashi emancipates the characteristic of a dog as it means "loyal and faithful".
93. Takara is a popular cat name, meaning "treasure".
94. Tomo enhances the personality of a Japanese dog as the name means "intelligent and wise".
95. Tora in Japanese culture signifies the tiger and is apt name for cats.
96. Toshi is a masculine cat name meaning "one who is wise and bright".
97. Tsuyoshi is a male name meaning "powerful".
98. Yoshito meaning "an upright man", is apt for a Japanese purr breed.
99. Yukio for a Japanese dog means a "happy boy".
100. Yuri signifies "lily", and the pet bearing the name Yuri (lily) is as vibrant and beautiful as its meaning.
     
     

We hope you were able to find a name you adore from the above list for your new plushie! And if you can't seem to find a name you like you can always browse through the names we've given to our plushies.