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Jiraiya

Jiraiya is boy's name meaning "young thunder."

Updated: August 7, 2024
Updated: August 7, 2024

Boy name origins & meanings

Japanese; Young thunder

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Family name origins & meanings

Jiraiya is the toad-riding protagonist of the Japanese folk tale "The Tale of the Gallant Jiraiya." It translates to "young Thunder" in Japanese and has been popularized by numerous anime, manga, and television series.

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