Naruto
Naruto is a boys' name of Japanese origin meaning “maelstrom, roaring gate.” Named after the Naruto whirlpools of the Naruto Strait in Japan, known for their powerful spiraling currents.
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how do you pronounce Naruto?
NAH-roo-toh
where does the name Naruto come from?
Naruto is a Japanese place name, known for the Naruto whirlpools in the strait of the same name.
Masashi Kishimoto chose this name for his iconic manga protagonist, Naruto Uzumaki, launched in 1999 and now one of the best-selling manga series in history.
the history of Naruto
It is best known from Masashi Kishimoto's manga Naruto, about the ninja Naruto Uzumaki, which grew from two earlier one-shot manga, Karakuri (1995) and Naruto (1997).
who are famous people named Naruto?
- Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto manga/anime character)
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what names go well with Naruto?
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quick answers about Naruto
What does the name Naruto mean?
Naruto means “maelstrom, roaring gate”.
What is the origin of the name Naruto?
Naruto comes from the Japanese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Naruto?
Naruto has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Naruto a boy or girl name?
Naruto is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Naruto?
Naruto is pronounced NAH-roo-toh, with 3 syllables.
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