Sara Nelson
The tiger is one of the most majestic animals in the world. They are known for their strength, power, and grace.
In Japan, they are considered to be a symbol of strength and power.
There are many Japanese names for a tiger that reflect these qualities.
In this blog post, we will list over 120 Japanese tiger names and their meanings.
Here are the best Japanese tiger names that include names for both male and female tigers.
Japanese Male Tiger Names
| Isamu | Courage |
| Hibiki | Echo |
| Toshi | Wise |
| Hikaru | Radiance |
| Tomi | Prosperous |
| Katashi | Firm |
| Kenta | Big and strong |
| Yuzuki | Gentle moon |
| Haruki | Shining Sun |
| Minoru | Truth |
| Ryu | Dragon |
| Hiroshi | Generous |
| Raiden |
Thunder and lightning
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| Kaito | Supportive |
| Takeo | Warrior Hero |
| Hitoshi |
Even -tempered
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| Akemi | Beautiful dawn |
| Kouki | Light or hope |
| Nobu | Faith |
| Kunio | Country man |
| Yasushi | Peace |
| Homare | Honor |
| Yori | Trust |
| Mitsuo | Shining hero |
| Samurai |
Japanese Warrior
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| Ninja |
Ninjutsu master
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| Kiyoshi | Purity |
| Akio | Glorious man |
| Daiki | Great nobility |
| Satoru | Daybreak |
| Kazuto |
Harmonious person
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| Yoshio | Joyful life |
| Riku | Wise sky |
| Ren | Love |
| Katsuro | Victorious son |
| Michio |
Man on a journey
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| Norio | Man of law |
Japanese Female Tiger Names
| Sakura |
Cherry blossom
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| Kichi | Fortunate |
| Mitsu | Light |
| Izumi | Fountain |
| Emi |
Beautiful blessing
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| Ayame | Iris |
| Rin | Dignified |
| Yua | Binding love |
| Hoshi | Star |
| Hina | Sun |
| Suzu | Bell |
| Yuka | Gentle flower |
| Kyoko |
Respectful child
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| Aia | Ruler |
| Hime | Princess |
| Moriko |
Child of the forest
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| Kayda | Little dragon |
| Haru | Spring |
| Shinju | Pearl |
| Ichika | Gift |
| Nanami | Seven Seas |
| Maiko | Child of dance |
| Riko | Child of truth |
| Takara | Treasure |
| Tomomi | Beautiful friend |
| Yoko | Sunlight |
| Setsuko | Melody child |
| Jin | Tender |
| Midori | Green |
| Satoko | Wise child |
| Chieko |
Child of wisdom
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| Junko | Pure |
| Kimiko | Empress child |
| Yasuko | Child of peace |
| Mai | Dance |
| Nakano | Female warrior |
| Miku | Beautiful sky |
| Tomoko | Intellect |
| Arisu | Noble |
Japanese White Tiger Names
| Gin | Silvery |
| Miyuki | Beautiful snow |
| Akari | Light |
| Kiri | Fog |
| Fuyu | Winter |
| Tsurana | Icicle |
| Yurei | Ghost or Spirit |
| Miruku | Milk |
| Yuri | Lily |
| Deiji | Daisy |
| Sunoboru | Snowball |
| Kitsune | White fox |
| Yukiko | Snow child |
| Akira | Bright |
| Zoge | Ivory |
| Reiki | Chill or cold |
| Kumo | Cloud |
| Shimo | Frost |
| Kori | Ice |
| Misuto | Mist |
| Yuki | Snow |
| Iguru | Igloo |
| Fuyuko | Winter child |
| Tenshi | Angel |
| Awai | Pale |
| Mashiro | Pure White |
For other name ideas, check our complete list of white tiger names.
Japanese Bengal Tiger Names
| Koraru | Coral |
| Kōkai | Red Sea |
| Moeru | Blaze |
| Anko |
Red bean paste
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| Kyou | Apricot |
| Kasai | Fire |
| Sabita | Rusty |
| Aka | Red |
| Aki | Autumn |
| Akahana | Red flower |
| Cheda |
Cheddar cheese
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| Shinku | Crimson |
| Orenji | Orange (color) |
| Kabocha | Pumpkin |
| Kohaku | Amber |
| Gorudo | Gold |
| Do | Copper |
| Shoga | Ginger |
| Akane | Brilliant red |
| Kaede | Maple |
| Mikan | Orange (fruit) |
| Azuki |
Sweet Red Beans
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We’ve also compiled a list of over 220 Bengal tiger names if you need more options to choose from.
How do you like these names? Some are funny, some are more serious sounding, but they all have their own meanings and origins that you might find interesting.
When it comes to naming your new pet tiger, there is no shortage of long-standing traditions or unique cultural practices from which to choose!
You could also get more ideas from our list of famous tiger names.
Which name will be the perfect fit? Tell us in the comment box below.
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