Iris
In Japanese, Ayame most commonly refers to the iris flower. The name is deeply associated with the traditional Iris Festival (Ayame no Sekku) and carries connotations of beauty and the arrival of early summer.
About 14 girls were named Ayame in 2025.
Lead character in the anime series · Shimoneta
A kunoichi and protagonist in the stealth game series · Tenchu
Japanese actress known for live-action film roles
Japanese actress and singer
A ninja character in the manga and anime series · Gintama
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).