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Name
Asami
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
3

Asami is a Japanese girl's name (麻美) that means 'beautiful hemp'. It consists of the Japanese words asa (麻) for 'hemp, flax, linen' and mi (美) for 'beautiful, beauty'. However, there are also other possible Kanji combinations and meanings.

What does the name Asami mean?

The name Asami (麻美) stands for 'beautiful hemp' and consists of the elements asa (麻) for 'hemp, flax, linen' and mi (美) for 'beautiful, beauty'. Alternative Kanji combinations are also possible and may have different meanings.

Where does the name Asami come from?

The first name Asami is of Japanese origin and carries the meaning 'beautiful hemp'.

How do you pronounce Asami?

The pronunciation of Asami is three syllables and fluid. The name is typically pronounced in German as 'A-sa-mi' [aˈsami]. It begins with an open 'a' sound, which forms a calm base. The even syllable structure ensures a gentle and harmonious sound development without harsh transitions. The open '-mi' at the end gives the name a soft, friendly conclusion and allows it to fade away gently. Overall, Asami radiates delicacy, balance, and elegance, enchanting with its flowing structure.

Popularity

In Germany, Asami is a rather rare name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. The best placement was achieved in 2020 with rank 4,158. In the last ten years, Asami has been used as a first name approximately 10 times, placing it at 7,402 in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,788.

Famous people

  • Asami Abe (Japanese singer)
  • Asami Chiba (sprinter from Japan)
  • Asami Imai (voice actress and singer)
  • Asami Kai (actor from Japan)
  • Asami Kato (Japanese long-distance runner)
  • Asami Kimura (Japanese singer)
  • Asami Kitagawa (swimmer from England)
  • Asami Kiyokawa (artist from Japan)
  • Asami Konno (singer)
  • Asami Ryuichi (underworld)
  • Asami Sato (anime character from 'The Legend of Korra')
  • Asami Seto (actor from Japan)
  • Asami Sugiura (actor from Japan)
  • Asami Yoshida (Japanese actor)

Frequently asked questions about the name Asami

Where does the name Asami come from?

The name Asami has its origin in Japan and is closely connected to Japanese culture.

What does the name Asami mean?

Asami translates to 'beautiful hemp', with 'asa' standing for hemp, flax, or linen and 'mi' for beautiful or beauty.

How common is the name Asami?

Asami is a popular first name in Japan, used both traditionally and modernly.

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