Are the names in Naruto Shippuden real Japanese names?
Some names in Naruto Shippuden are real, some are creative inventions. It’s a mix of both, really.
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As someone who studied Japanese in college, I can confirm that names like 'Hinata' and 'Itachi' are indeed real Japanese names!
Yep, many names in Naruto Shippuden are real Japanese names. A good example is 'Sakura,' which means cherry blossom in Japanese.
Most of the names in Naruto Shippuden are either traditional Japanese names or have meanings that relate to Japanese culture! For example, 'Naruto' can refer to a whirlpool, and 'Sasuke' is a name often associated with ninjas.
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