Izumi
Meaning of Izumi
Izumi is a beautiful and unique name of Japanese origin, commonly given to females. Pronounced as ee-ZOO-mee (/iˌzuːmi/), the name Izumi means "spring" or "fountain," evoking images of natural beauty and tranquility. In Japan, it is a popular name that carries connotations of purity and renewal. Though relatively rare in the United States, with occurrences fluctuating over the years, its exotic charm has made it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their daughters. The name Izumi embodies elegance and serenity, making it a lovely option for those looking to honor Japanese heritage or simply appreciate its poetic essence.
Pronunciation
Japanese
- Pronunced as ee-ZOO-mee (/iˌzuːmi/)
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Notable People Named Izumi
| Sachiko Kamachi, also known as Izumi Sakai, was a popular Japanese pop singer, songwriter, and music producer, best known as the only member of the group Zard, and one of the best-selling female recording artists in Japan during the 1990s. |
| Izumi Shikibu was a renowned Japanese poet from the mid-Heian period and a member of the Thirty-six Medieval Poetry Immortals. |
| Izumi Kato - Izumi Katō is a Japanese contemporary artist known for her work in painting and sculpture. |
| Izumi Maki was a Japanese long-distance runner who competed in the marathon at the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympics. |
| Kazuya Terashima, also known as Izumi Matsumoto, was a renowned Japanese manga artist famous for creating Kimagure Orange Road, which gained widespread popularity after its publication in Weekly Shōnen Jump in 1984. |
| Izumi Tsubaki is a renowned Japanese manga artist, famous for creating the popular series Oresama Teacher and Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun. |
| Izumi Yukimura is a well-known Japanese singer and actress. |
| Izumi Muto is a Japanese professor and researcher known for his work on stainless steel and anti-corrosive technology, with numerous patents to his name. |
| Izumi Kazuto is a renowned female Japanese manga artist. |
| Izumi Mori is a Japanese model and tarento represented by Walk Zero, with a Japanese father and an Italian-American mother. |
| Izumi Fujii is a Japanese former handball player who competed in the 1988 Summer Olympics. |
| Izumi Eto is a Japanese sprint canoer who competed in the mid-1960s and participated in the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. |
| Izumi Miyata is a Japanese footballer and student at Ryutsu Keizai University. |
| Izumi Kato is a Japanese swimmer who competed in the 200 m individual medley at the 2012 Summer Olympics. |
| Izumi Iimura is a former Japanese cricketer who played three Women's One Day International cricket matches for Japan national women's cricket team in 2003. |
