Sakura (name)

Sakura
Cherry blossom in Japan, 2013, the origin of the name Sakura.
Pronunciation[saꜜ.kɯ.ɾa]
GenderGender neutral
LanguageJapanese
Origin
Word/nameJapanese
MeaningDepending on the kanji used
Region of originJapan
Other names
Related namesSakurako, Sakurazawa, Sakurano, Sakurana

Sakura (さくら・サクラ; Japanese pronunciation: [saꜜ.kɯ.ɾa]) is commonly found as a feminine Japanese given name, also being occasionally given to males. Sakura is also found as a surname.