Emily Walker
Picking a name for your new hamster can be a daunting task.
You want to choose something that will suit them perfectly, but you also need to make sure it’s not too difficult to say or spell.
If you’re looking for some inspiration, take a look at these Japanese hamster names! They’re cute, unique, and perfect for your furry friend.
Male Japanese Hamster Names
- Akihito
- Yuzuru
- Momofuku
- Ichiro
- Shinsuki
- Keisuke
- Jiroemon
- Hirohito
- Masi
- Akira
- Karoo
- Hirokuki
- Takashi
- Jushin Thunder
- Hideki
- Taro
- Basho
- Jiro Ono
- Tanaka
- Tenshin
- Kotaro
- Kota
- Yukio
- Morihei
- Shinji
- Masashi
- Lil Moco
- Kento
- Mako
- Kusunoko Masashige
Female Japanese Hamster Names
- Satomi
- Kibou
- Yuriko
- Inoue
- Tomoe Gozen (Japan’s most famous female samurai)
- Yamaguchi
- Meisa
- Kinuoy
- Tae
- Ran
- Machiko
- Rinko
- Yui
- Kaha
- Yaruka
- Yukie
- Aya
- Nobuko
- Tao
- Riho
- Mirei
- Maki
- Setsuko
- Keiko
- Haru
- Mei
- Sachiko
- Kaoru
- Asuna
- Kyoko
Cool Japanese Hamster Names
| Names | Meanings |
| Suehirogari | Open like a fan |
| Takara | Treasure |
| Amaterasu |
Goddess of the sun
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| Niji | Rainbow |
| Toshio | Hero |
| Nio | Protector |
| Omikuji | Fortune |
| Toshi | Wise |
| Shiori | Guide |
| Yuri | Lily |
| Hachi | Lucky number 8 |
| Shisa |
Lion-dog guardian
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| Yori | Trust |
| Ume | Plum |
| Uzume |
Goddess of mirth
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| Sentaro | Steel boy |
| Nana |
Lucky number “7”
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| Sato | Sweet |
| Mamoiri tai |
Constant protector
|
| Susanoo | God of mischief |
| Chuusei | Loyalty |
| Jizo |
God protector of children
|
| Inari | Rice goddess |
| Hisa | Long awaited |
| Akabeko | Cow Buddha |
| Kannon |
Goddess of mercy
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| Daisuke | Helper |
| Yasu | Peace |
| Ema | Wish board |
| Omamori | Blessing |
Cute Japanese Hamster Names
| Names | Meanings |
| Hoshi | Star |
| Kaida | Little dragon |
| Ami | Friend |
| WanWan | Dog |
| Mochi |
Sweet sticky rice
|
| Kurumi | Walnut |
| Kimi | Noble |
| Kirei | Lovely |
| Sushi | |
| Yume | Dream |
| Airi | Affection |
| Okashi | Sweets |
| Chibi | Small cute |
| Maiko | Dancing child |
| Tenshi | Angel |
| Shinju | Pearl |
| Bento | |
| Kuma | Bear |
| Ichigo | Strawberry |
| Maron | Chestnut |
| Aki | Sparkle |
| Hana | Flower |
| Sanyu | Happiness |
| Kimono | |
| Anzu | Apricot |
| Momo | Peach |
| Koro Koro | Cute cute |
| Mikan | Orange |
| Nyoko | Treasure |
| Ringo | Apple |
Unique Japanese Hamster Names
| Names | Meanings |
| Yuki | Snow |
| Crea | Create |
| Suzu | Bell |
| Mana | Love |
| Ocha |
Japanese traditional tea
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| Hinode | Sunrise |
| Byakko |
Japanese white tiger
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| Kodama |
Spirit that lives in a tree
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| Ayame | Iris |
| Shika | Deer |
| Rina | Jasmine |
| Satoko | Wise child |
| Runa | Luna |
| Sora | Sky |
| Midori |
Green means growth, energy, youth
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| Yuki-Onna | Snow woman |
| Tatsu | Dragon |
| Akemi |
Bright and beautiful
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| Ame | Rain |
| Hotaru | Firefly |
| Mizu | Water |
| Komainu | Lion-dog guard |
| Sakura |
Flowering cherry tree
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| Benten |
Goddess of good luck
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| Hachiman | God of warriors |
| Yosei | Fairy |
| Rilakkuma |
Bear in a relaxed mood
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| Shiro |
White, means blessings, sacred
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| Ao |
Blue, means calmness, stability, femininity
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| Suzume | Sparrow |
Funny Japanese Hamster Names
- Goku
- Black Jack
- Doraemon
- Woowo
- Anpanman
- Crayon Shin-chan
- Nomi (“flea”)
- Abu (“horsefly”)
- Kawasaki (for a very fast pet!)
- Kumaemon
- Origami
- Tanuki (“raccoon dog”)
- Hana Kappa
- Pikachu
- Petto (“pet”)
- Kame (“turtle”)
- Maju
- Adzuki (“red bean”)
- Usagi (“rabbit”)
- Udon
- Soba
- Sake
- Totoro
- Sazae-san
- Koi
- Sunao no (“obedient”)
- Ramen
- Pokemon (“pocket monster”)
- Kaeru (“frog”)
- Choho (“butterfly”)
I hope that my list of Japanese hamster names has helped you find the perfect name for your new pet. If not, don’t fret! There are plenty more to choose from complete hamster names. Happy naming!
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