Many Indonesians named after Japanese anime characters
According to local media, naming trends change over time, and young people don't necessarily think it is important to give traditional Indonesian names to their children.
A significant number of Indonesians have names inspired by Japanese manga and anime, according to information revealed by an Indonesian official responsible for the resident registry. The official shared on social media on Wednesday that Japanese pop culture has influenced the naming of Indonesian citizens. Some of these names originate from key characters in globally popular Japanese manga and anime works.
One such name is Doraemon, the earless robotic cat and lead character of the blockbuster anime series "Doraemon." Surprisingly, 16 people in Indonesia bear this name. Another prominent name is Nobita, shared by 181 individuals, another key figure in the "Doraemon" series.
Among the most popular names are Uzumaki and Naruto, both derived from the protagonist of the ninja-themed manga and anime series "Naruto." A total of 347 Indonesians have either of these names. Additionally, 79 individuals are named D. Luffy, the main character of the "One Piece" pirate adventure manga and anime series. These findings indicate a growing trend of Indonesian parents opting for names inspired by Japanese pop culture, even as naming trends evolve over time.
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