Names Starting With N
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Naruto
Naruto is a boys' name of Japanese origin meaning “maelstrom, roaring gate.”
pronunciation
NAH-roo-toh
meaning & origin
The name Naruto means “maelstrom, roaring gate.” It comes from the Japanese language tradition.
Named after the Naruto whirlpools of the Naruto Strait in Japan, known for their powerful spiraling currents. 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.
famous people named Naruto
- Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto manga/anime character)
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