33. Daisuke The meaning of this Japanese name means “great help.” 34. Chimon With Japanese origins, this name means “gate of wisdom.” 35. Hotaru From the Japanese word for “firefly.” ...

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Some prominent Japanese-American women with Japanese names include artist and musician Yoko Ono, singer-songwriter Mitski (born Mitsuki Laycock), civil rights activist Yuri Kochiyama, "Orange is ...