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Sakura Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Sakura

"A female given name from Japanese."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2012 👥 1,725 in US
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Meaning
A female given name from Japanese.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,725
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Sakura Mean?

Sakura is commonly found as a feminine Japanese given name, also being occasionally given to males. Sakura is also found as a surname.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Sakura is commonly found as a feminine Japanese given name, also being occasionally given to males. Sakura is also found as a surname.…

Root Element
Sakura
Core Meaning
"A female given name from Japanese."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Sakura

S 1
A 1
K 2
U 3
R 9
A 1
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 1,725 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 1,725
Peak year 2012 (87)
First recorded 1970
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Sakura" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from Japanese.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~1,725 people named Sakura in the US. Peaked in 2012 with 87 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Sakura?

The Life Path number for Sakura is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 3.

Is Sakura a boy or girl name?

Sakura is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Sakura in the US?

Approximately 1,725 people in the United States are named Sakura. The name peaked in 2012 with 87 recorded uses.

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