Sunao

Meaning of Sunao

Sunao is a unique name of Japanese origin commonly given to boys. It is pronounced as soo-nah-oh (/sɔˈnaʊ/). The name Sunao has various variations and spellings, depending on personal preference or cultural influences. In the United States, the name Sunao had some occurrences in the early 20th century, with a peak in popularity in 1923 when it ranked at number 2446. While not as commonly used today, Sunao retains its distinctive charm and carries a sense of authenticity and cultural richness. Choosing the name Sunao for your baby boy can be a wonderful way to honor Japanese heritage and embrace its beautiful traditions.

Pronunciation

Japanese

  • Pronunced as soo-nah-oh (/sɔˈnaʊ/)

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Notable People Named Sunao

Sunao Katabuchi is a renowned Japanese animation director, screenwriter, and storyboard artist, known for his work at Contrail Co. Ltd and as a lecturer at Nihon University College of Art and Tokyo University of the Arts.
Sunao Tsuboi was a Japanese anti-nuclear activist, hibakusha, and teacher who co-chaired Nihon Hidankyo and received the Kiyoshi Tanimoto peace prize in 2011.
Sunao Okamoto was a Japanese male tennis player who represented Japan in the Davis Cup and the Olympic Games, and won 9 career singles titles at tournaments mainly played in India.
Sunao Kasahara is a Japanese football player currently playing for Grulla Morioka.
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