Chihiro
Meaning of Chihiro
Chihiro is a beautiful and unique name of Japanese origin, traditionally given to females. Pronounced as chee-HI-roh (/tʃiːˈhiroʊ/), it carries a sense of elegance and cultural depth. The name Chihiro gained international recognition through the beloved animated film "Spirited Away" by Studio Ghibli, where the protagonist, Chihiro Ogino, embarks on an enchanting journey in a mystical world. This association has imbued the name with qualities of bravery, resilience, and wonder. While not commonly used in the United States, its occurrence over the years shows a subtle yet consistent appreciation among parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughters. Variations like Chie also reflect its versatility within Japanese naming conventions.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as chee-HI-roh (/tʃiːˈhiroʊ/)
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Notable People Named Chihiro
| Chihiro Onitsuka is a Japanese singer-songwriter known for her emotive and soulful music. |
| Chihiro Iwasaki was a renowned Japanese artist and illustrator celebrated for her watercolor illustrations of flowers and children, with a theme centered around "peace and happiness for children." |
| Chihiro Hashimoto is a Japanese professional wrestler and five-time Sendai Girls World Champion, known for her training under Meiko Satomura and being named the 2016 Rookie of the Year by Tokyo Sports. |
| Chihiro Sasakawa is a renowned Japanese bacteriologist known for his groundbreaking research on the invasive mechanisms of pathogenic bacteria and the host's immune response to infection. |
| Chihiro Ishiguro is a Japanese voice actress known for recording voices for both male and female characters in animation films. |
| Chihiro Yamanaka is a Japanese jazz pianist and composer known for her more than a dozen albums as a leader, and she was based in New York City as of 2012. |
| Chihiro Fujioka is a renowned video game designer, composer, and rock drummer known for his work on Super Mario RPG and the Mario & Luigi game series, as well as his membership in the band Earthbound Papas. |
| Chihiro Kondo is a Japanese fashion model and actress represented by Asia Promotion. |
| Chihiro Yamamoto is a Japanese actress known for her roles in various Tokusatsu series, including her prominent role as Laiha Toba in Ultraman Geed. |
| Chihiro Minato is a Japanese photographer, filmmaker, arts curator, art theorist, and Professor at Tama Art University. |
| Chihiro Yonekura is a Japanese singer and songwriter from Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. |
| Chihiro Idō is a Japanese women's professional shogi player ranked 2-dan. |
| Chihiro Kato is a Japanese volleyball player known for her role on the JT Marvelous team. |
| Chihiro Sakamoto is a Japanese woman cricketer who made her international debut at the 2013 ICC Women's World Twenty20 Qualifier and was a member of the national team in the 2014 Asian Games. |
| Chihiro Kato is a Japanese footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Vegalta Sendai. |
