泉

Izumi

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Izumi is a girl name of Japanese origin, meaning “Spring, fountain”.

MeaningSpring, fountain
GenderGirl
OriginJapanese
Written as泉
Pronunciationee-ZOO-mee
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inJapan

Meaning and origin of Izumi

Izumi is usually written 泉, meaning a spring or fountain of water, and it can also be written with other kanji such as 和泉. It is used mostly for girls but also for boys, and it is a common Japanese surname. Izumi is also the name of a historic province near Osaka. The poet Izumi Shikibu, a lady of the Heian court, made it famous in classical literature.

Is Izumi a religious name?

Izumi has no specific religious background; it is a Japanese nature name.

How popular is Izumi?

Well known in Japan as both a given name and a surname.

Gifts with the name Izumi

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Spellings and variants of Izumi

Izumiko

Names similar to Izumi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Izumi mean?

Izumi means 'Spring, fountain'. It is of Japanese origin.

Does Izumi have a religious meaning?

Izumi has no specific religious background; it is a Japanese nature name.

How do you pronounce Izumi?

Izumi is pronounced ee-ZOO-mee.

Is Izumi a boy or girl name?

Izumi is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.