The most popular name for baby girls in Japan for the current year has been announced to be 'Sui'; a name meaning 'Jade-green'. This elegant moniker has claimed the number one spot, likely owing to its combination of simplicity, beauty and an increasing trend towards nature-inspired names. Expect to see a surge of little 'Suis' throughout Japan in the coming year.

In Japan, baby names often reflect broader societal trends and values. 'Sui' seems to play into a growing admiration for nature, simplicity and traditional aesthetics. Names often also harbor wishes parents have for their children's future. The popularity of 'Sui' is being celebrated and has sparked lively debates about names, meanings, and trends in the community.

The trend toward nature-inspired or 'earthy' names echoes similar trends in Western societies. In the U.S for example, names like 'Violet', 'Oliver' (meaning Olive Tree), or 'Luna' (meaning moon) have seen increasing popularity in recent years alongside an escalating societal focus on environmentalism and a return to nature.