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Name
Saki
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
2

Saki is a feminine first name that has its origin in Japan. Its direct translation is "the blossom," "the beyond," or, interpreted freely, "the pretty one."

What does the name Saki mean?

The name Saki has Japanese roots and translates to "the blossom." The term consists of the elements saki (咲), meaning "the blossom," or saki (先), meaning "ahead," "first," "before," or "preceding."

Where does the name Saki come from?

Saki is a Japanese feminine first name that carries the meaning "the blossom." The etymology is based on the Japanese saki (咲), meaning "the blossom," or saki (先), meaning "ahead," "first," "before," and "preceding." The language is Japanese and is written in Kanji.

How do you pronounce Saki?

Saki is pronounced like 'Saki,' with a short 'a' as in 'mouse.'

Popularity

In Germany, Saki is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2008, reaching rank 1,636. In the last ten years, Saki has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,582nd.

Famous people

  • Saki (character from the anime 'My Neighbor Totoro')
  • Saki Aibu (actress from Japan)
  • Saki Fukuda (Japanese actress)
  • Saki Hyuga (anime character from Pretty Cure Splash Star)
  • Saki Kagami (Japanese actress)
  • Saki Kaskas (German composer)
  • Saki Kitamura (Japanese ski jumper)
  • Saki Kumagai (Japanese footballer)
  • Saki Minemura (Japanese volleyball player)
  • Saki Miyu (Yandere Simulator)
  • Saki Nakajima (voice actress from Japan)
  • Saki Ogawa (former member of S/Mileage)
  • Saki Shimizu (Berryz Kobo)
  • Saki Takaoka (Japanese actress)

Frequently asked questions about the name Saki

What is the origin of the name Saki?

Saki is a traditional Japanese first name for girls and is used in the Japanese language.

What does the name Saki mean?

The name Saki means 'the blossom' and consists of the elements saki (咲) and saki (先), which have different meanings such as 'ahead' or 'first.'

How popular is the name Saki?

Saki is a cherished name in Japan, popular among many parents due to its beautiful meaning and melodic elegance.

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