Sakura
Girl · Japanese
sakura · 3 beats
Meaning
Cherry blossom; the flower that defines the Japanese sense of transient beauty — mono no aware in a name.
The vibe
Sakura is the name of someone who makes you notice beauty you'd otherwise walk past. Timeless and softly luminous, she carries the Japanese art of finding the extraordinary in the fleeting — delicate, vivid, and quietly unforgettable.
Quick questions
Is Sakura a boy's or a girl's name?
Sakura is a girl's name of Japanese origin.
How popular is Sakura?
Sakura sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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