Ayu - Japanese Girl Names

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Ayu

/a.ju/

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Meaning

Bath or swimming (depending on kanji); commonly 'sweet fish' when referring to the ayu fish

Represents harmony with nature, gentleness, and seasonal transience—especially linked to summer and rivers in Japanese culture.

Symbolism

Embodies purity, fluidity, and natural elegance; the ayu fish symbolizes peaceful coexistence and environmental sensitivity.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese word 'ayu' (鮎), meaning a type of sweetfish found in clear rivers, or from the verb 'to bathe' (浴) in some kanji interpretations. The name may also be a diminutive or affectionate form of longer names ending in '-ayu'.

Style & Origin

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gentle

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Cultural Background

Ayu is a popular feminine given name in Japan, often associated with grace, nature, and seasonal bea

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