Nodoka
Meaningtranquil, calm · Japanese
Nodoka is a Japanese girl name meaning “tranquil, calm”. 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.
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 Nodoka
Nodoka is a girl name of Japanese origin meaning “tranquil, calm”. 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 Nodoka at school.
Origin:Japanese names
More Japanese girl names
- Girl name: Naomi · pleasantness
- Girl name: Noa · movement
- Girl name: Reina · queen
- Girl name: Aya · sign, verse
- Girl name: Hana · one; flower in Japanese
- Girl name: Kiyomi · often pure beauty
- Girl name: Yuna · often gentle
- Unisex name: Akira · bright, clear
Questions about the name Nodoka
What does the name Nodoka mean?
Nodoka means “tranquil, calm” and comes from Japanese. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Shiloh (“tranquil”), Shyloh (“tranquil”) and Shylo (“tranquil”).
What is the origin of the name Nodoka?
Nodoka is Japanese in origin. Other Japanese names to consider are Naomi (“pleasantness”), Noa (“movement”), Reina (“queen”) and Aya (“sign, verse”).
Is Nodoka a boy or girl name?
Nodoka is a girl name.
What names are similar to Nodoka?
If you like Nodoka, you might also like Shiloh, Shyloh and Shylo.
What should I know before naming my baby Nodoka?
Nodoka is a Japanese girl name meaning “tranquil, calm”. 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.