girl name · Japanese origin
Nanami
/ nah-NAH-mee /
Meaning
Nanami means Seven seas (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
nah-NAH-mee
Popularity
#14410 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Nanami in the US, 1880–2025
Nanami first appears in US records in 1996. It peaked in 2009, when 19 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 6.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Nanami mean?
Nanami commonly joins the kanji for “seven” and “sea.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nanami mean?
Nanami means Seven seas. Nanami commonly joins the kanji for “seven” and “sea.”
What is the origin of the name Nanami?
Nanami is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Nanami?
Nanami is pronounced “nah-NAH-mee.”
Is Nanami a boy or a girl name?
Nanami is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nanami?
In 2025, Nanami ranked #14410 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nanami most popular?
Nanami was most popular in 2009, when about 19 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.