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Kayomi Pronunciation

Kayomi is pronounced kah-YOH-mee /kɑˈjoʊ.mi/High

Meaning: Japanese name written with kanji such as 香世美 or 花世美, meaning 'fragrant/beautiful generation, beautiful' — exact meaning depends on kanji selectedMedium

In 30 seconds: A melodic Japanese name meaning 'beautiful generation' or 'fragrant and beautiful.' Kayomi's flowing three-syllable rhythm and layered meaning make it a graceful, cross-cultural choice.

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Origin HighJapanese

MeaningJapanese name written with kanji such as 香世美 or 花世美, meaning 'fragrant/beautiful generation, beautiful' — exact meaning depends on kanji selected

U.S. rank (2024)#3190 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births50 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 159

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kayomi is a Japanese feminine given name formed from two or three kanji characters. Common combinations include 香 (ka, fragrant, beautiful) + 世 (yo, generation, world) + 美 (mi, beautiful), giving meanings such as 'beautiful fragrant generation' or 'beautiful in this world.' Japanese naming practice allows parents to choose from many kanji with the same sound but different meanings.

In Japan, Kayomi is an established feminine name, most commonly associated with artistic or cultural figures. In the United States, it is used primarily in Japanese-American communities and by families who appreciate Japanese names. The name's three-syllable flow and clear pronunciation make it accessible across cultures.

Did you know? In Japanese naming tradition, the meaning of a name depends entirely on which kanji (Chinese characters) are chosen — so two children named Kayomi could have quite different written meanings, each a deliberate parental gift.

Overall data confidence 78%

Japanese Given Names Reference — Kayomi kanji options and meaningsU.S. Social Security Administration Baby Names — Frequency data for Kayomi

Variations

KayomeKaiyomiKayomy

Nicknames

KayYomi

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Nayomi— shares the -mi ending

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Kiyomi— echoes that soft -mi sound

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kayomi?

Kayomi is pronounced kah-YOH-mee (/kɑˈjoʊ.mi/). Press play above to hear Kayomi said aloud.

How do you say Kayomi?

Kayomi is said kah-YOH-mee (/kɑˈjoʊ.mi/). Press play above to hear Kayomi said aloud.

What does the name Kayomi mean?

Kayomi is a Japanese name meaning 'beautiful generation' or 'fragrant and beautiful,' depending on the kanji characters used (e.g., 香世美 or 花世美).

Is Kayomi a boy or girl name?

Kayomi is used exclusively as a girl's name.

How popular is Kayomi?

Kayomi is a rare name in the U.S., found primarily in Japanese-American families. It is a recognized feminine name in Japan.