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Origin: Japanese

Meaning: Young thunder

Make sure baby enters every room with a bang with the name Jiraiya. A masculine name of Japanese origin, this name translates to “young thunder,” making is a beautiful way to celebrate baby’s roaring spirit. If you’re a proud book nerd, Jiraiya has centuries of history for you to enjoy, since it comes from the Japanese folk tale and yomihon, “The Tale of the Gallant Jiraiya.” This 19th-century tale has influenced so many different manga and anime stories today, from Naruto to Pokemon. With the name Jiraiya, your bundle of joy will have plenty of inspiration to build their own story from scratch.