What do Shinto baby names typically mean or symbolize?

Shinto baby names usually have meanings or symbols connected to nature, such as Cho, meaning ‘butterfly,’ virtue names, such as Guha, meaning ’a delightful person,’ and spiritual names, such as Hashan, denoting Lord Chandra (moon). These names show a strong respect for nature and the spiritual beliefs followed in Shintoism.

What is the significance of a baby’s name in Shintoism, and how does it affect their life or destiny?

In Shintoism, baby names often carry a spiritual significance which is believed to mold their destiny and identity. Since the naming ceremony is held under the guidance of a priest, the name is said to invite good energy and blessing for the baby. Moreover, with the involvement of the elderly members in the ceremony, Shinto names also strengthen the family lineage.

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55 Shinto Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Miya	Girl	A beautiful temple; Shrine; Palace; Beauty; Fruit; To watch; To care for; Night; Wished for child
Mishika	Girl	Love of God; A medicinal plant; Blossom; Beautiful; Fragrance; Flower
Misa	Girl	Beautiful sea; Three; Fine sand; Happiness; Who is like God
Mio	Girl	A beautiful cherry blossom
Mugen	Unisex	Infinite
Mayuka	Girl	Love; Affection; Friend; Companion; Flower
Miyuki	Unisex	Beautiful fortune; Deep snow; Beautiful reason for history; Happiness and good fortune
Mita	Girl	The dearest friend; Companion; Earth mother; Three rice paddies
Mori	Unisex	Forest or woods; Moor or North African
Musashi	Boy	Warrior; Military; A style of court rank utilized by samurai

Momo	Unisex	Peach; Resolute protector
Miura	Unisex	Three bays; August bays
Mishita	Girl	A sweet person; Good-natured; A name of Goddess Laxmi; Fruit below; Three aspirations
Miyako	Girl	Beautiful night child
Misato	Unisex	Beautiful village; Beautiful hometown
Mima	Girl	Dove; Daytime; Beautiful, Horse; Eighth sign of the zodiac, Flax
Miren	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; Beautiful lotus
Miria	Girl	Sea; Ocean; White jasmine; Love; Affection; Admirable; Peace; Female ruler; Mirror
Minori	Girl	Abundant
Moe	Girl	Mother Mary; The Holy Virgin; An unmarried girl; Bud; Sky; Wished for child; Moorish

Miyabi	Unisex	Beautiful night fire; Elegance
Masa	Boy	Elegant; Graceful; Prosperous; True
Maki	Unisex	True; Precious; Hope; Evergreen tree; Hill
Makki	Boy	True; Precious; Hope; Evergreen tree; Hill
Makoto	Unisex	Sincerity; Honesty
Mana	Unisex	Rare harmony; Hopeful peace; Genuine love; Eternal; Everlasting
Marise	Boy	One who is infinite; Endless; Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child
Masako	Girl	A truthful, honest child
Masami	Girl	Gracefully beautiful
Masaru	Boy	Victory; Excellence

Masuda	Boy	Increased rice field; Lucky
Matsu	Boy	Pine tree
Michio	Boy	Man on a journey
Midoriya	Unisex	Green valley
Mikio	Unisex	Tree trunk man
Mochi	Unisex	By means of; Commander; Desire
Madoka	Unisex	Round; Tranquil; Fragrant; Beautiful
Mizu	Unisex	Water; Light; Pearl; Radiance; Spring; Fortune
Mamoru	Boy	To protect; Guard; Genuine; Defend
Michiru	Unisex	True fulfillment

Moshi	Unisex	Drawn out of water
Miyagi	Unisex	Shrine; Palace; Home castle
Motoko	Girl	Simple; Budding; Offspring; Desire; Period
Mishima	Unisex	Beautiful island
Miyoshi	Unisex	Three celebrations
Mondo	Unisex	Chief; Lord; Army man; Advice counsel; Rebirth
Miyaka	Unisex	Beautiful night flower
Merak	Unisex	Loin; Flank
Miiko	Unisex	Beautiful child
Meruem	Boy	Light that illuminates all

Mihana	Unisex	Beautiful flower
Minion	Unisex	Beautiful sound
Mumu	Unisex	Dream; Illusion; Vision
Masaya	Unisex	South; Truthful; Genuine; Unmistakable
Miso	Unisex	Miso soup; A traditional Japanese seasoning

Infographic: Charming Shinto Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

Your child's name is not just a label. It's an integral part of their identity, shaping how they see themselves and others. Hence, finding a suitable name that best complements your child's inherent personality is essential. Our infographic below shares some charming Shinto Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M you may consider for your cherub. Share this infographic with other expecting parents if you find it useful.

Shinto Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M(infographic)

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