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Sakura

Cherry blossom · pronounced sah-KOO-rah

Meaning

Sakura is a japanese name meaning “Cherry blossom”.

History

The Japanese word for cherry blossom, the national flower whose brief bloom each spring symbolises the beauty of fleeting life. A poetic name for a springtime daughter.

Popularity

Ranked #460 in 2026 · up 540 places since 1996

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