Sora
Sora is a unisex name of Japanese origin, meaning “Sky”.
| Meaning | Sky |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Written as | 空 |
| Pronunciation | SOH-rah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Japan |
Meaning and origin of Sora
Sora is the native Japanese reading of the kanji 空, 'sky', though parents can write it with other characters such as 昊 or 宙 or combinations giving different shades of meaning. It is used for boys and, less often, for girls, and it has been one of the fashionable modern Japanese names for boys since the early 2000s. Outside Japan it is familiar to many through Sora, the hero of the Kingdom Hearts video games.
Is Sora a religious name?
Sora is an ordinary Japanese word name with no specific religious background. The same character 空 is also used in Japanese Buddhism for the idea of emptiness (read ku), but parents usually choose Sora for its image of open sky.
How popular is Sora?
A popular modern name in Japan, especially for boys; occasionally used elsewhere by parents drawn to its simple sound.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sora mean?
Sora means 'Sky'. It is of Japanese origin.
Does Sora have a religious meaning?
Sora is an ordinary Japanese word name with no specific religious background. The same character 空 is also used in Japanese Buddhism for the idea of emptiness (read ku), but parents usually choose Sora for its image of open sky.
How do you pronounce Sora?
Sora is pronounced SOH-rah.
Is Sora a boy or girl name?
Sora is used for both boys and girls.