Michiru
Gender-neutral name · Japanese
Meaningto be full · Japanese
Michiru is a Japanese gender-neutral name meaning “to be full”. In Japan, parents often choose a name as much for the kanji characters behind it as for its sound, so the same name can carry several shades of meaning. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Michiru would score 14 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Michiru
Michiru is a gender-neutral name of Japanese origin meaning “to be full”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Michiru at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:Japanese names
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- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Rio · river
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Questions about the name Michiru
What does the name Michiru mean?
Michiru means “to be full” and comes from Japanese. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Declan (“possibly full of goodness”), Vivaan (“full of life”), Decklan (“full of goodness”) and Vitalia (“full of life”).
What is the origin of the name Michiru?
Michiru is Japanese in origin. Other Japanese names to consider are Naomi (“pleasantness”), Noa (“movement”), Asa (“healer”) and Rio (“river”).
Is Michiru a boy or girl name?
Both. Michiru is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
What names are similar to Michiru?
If you like Michiru, you might also like Declan, Vivaan, Decklan and Vitalia.
What should I know before naming my baby Michiru?
Michiru is a Japanese gender-neutral name meaning “to be full”. In Japan, parents often choose a name as much for the kanji characters behind it as for its sound, so the same name can carry several shades of meaning. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.