Sea or ocean; beauty
In Japanese, Umi is most commonly written with the kanji for 'sea' or 'ocean'. It can also be formed using different kanji combinations, such as those meaning 'excellent beauty'. It is a nature-inspired name that evokes a sense of vastness and serenity.
About 16 girls were named Umi in 2025.
A main character and member of the idol group μ's · Love Live! School Idol Project
One of the three Magic Knights · Magic Knight Rayearth
The protagonist of the Studio Ghibli film · From Up on Poppy Hill
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).