愛
ai
love, affection
Japanese Names
13
Strokes
火
Five Elements
心
Radical
female
Gender
Detailed Meaning
愛 is one of the most emotionally resonant characters in Japanese naming. It conveys deep affection, compassion, and the desire to cherish and be cherished. It is enormously popular in girls’ names, forming timeless combinations like 愛子 (Aiko) and modern names like 愛奈 (Mana).