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Sakura
Meaning: Cherry blossom (桜)
- Syllables
- 3
- Length
- 6 letters
- Starts with
- S
- Ends with
- a
Is Sakura a popular baby name?
Popularity trend for Sakura
BabyGen interest indexThe chart shows BabyGen’s relative interest index for Sakura across the past four decades. It blends search trends, naming-pattern signals, and our internal dataset — useful as a relative gauge, not an official census rank.
About the name Sakura
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Girl
- Meaning
- Cherry blossom (桜)
- Syllables
- 3
- Length
- 6 letters
Origin & history of Sakura
Sakura comes from a japanese naming tradition. Japanese names are layered — sound, kanji, and meaning all matter. Below are picks that travel well outside Japan and are easy for non-Japanese speakers to pronounce.
Within that tradition, Sakura stands out for its meaning — Cherry blossom (桜) — and for being recognizable across borders. Parents outside the original culture often pick Sakura because it carries genuine history while still being easy to spell and say in everyday English.
Middle name ideas for Sakura
Middles that balance Sakura’s rhythm — shorter if Sakura is long, longer if Sakura is short — and read well together when spoken.
Names like Sakura
Frequently asked questions about Sakura
What does the name Sakura mean?+
Sakura means "Cherry blossom (桜)". It's a japanese girl's name with a clear, well-documented meaning that has carried through generations.
Where does the name Sakura come from?+
Sakura has Japanese origins. Japanese names are layered — sound, kanji, and meaning all matter. Below are picks that travel well outside Japan and are easy for non-Japanese speakers to pronounce.
Is Sakura a boy's or girl's name?+
Sakura is most commonly used as a girl's name. Girls' usage is the dominant convention in the regions where the name is popular.
How do you pronounce Sakura?+
Sakura has 3 syllables. A common pronunciation guide is included in the meaning above.
Is Sakura a popular baby name?+
Sakura sits in a comfortable spot — recognizable without being overused. Parents looking for a name with meaning, easy pronunciation, and cultural depth often shortlist it. See the popularity trend chart above for how interest has shifted across recent decades.
What are good middle names for Sakura?+
Middle names that pair well with Sakura tend to balance its rhythm — if Sakura is short, a longer middle reads well; if it's long, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name crisp. See the suggested middle names below.
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