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Mami

MAH-mee

Letters

4

Syllables

2

Origin

Japanese

Total Births

20

Peak Year

#7 in 1991

First Recorded

1988

Style

Cute & Playful, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

In Japanese, Mami can be written with various kanji, often meaning 'truth' and 'beauty.' It's also a given name in other cultures, sometimes associated with the concept of 'mother.'

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mami Koyama

    Japanese voice actress and singer.

  • Mami Katsu

    Japanese idol and singer.

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Personality Traits

GentleBeautifulTruthfulSweet

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