Kagura as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Kagura

What is the meaning of the name Kagura ?

The baby name Kagura is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced kah-GOO-rah; Japanese IPA: /ka.gɯ.ɾa/.

Kagura is Japanese in Origin.

Kagura is a Japanese given name drawn from the Shinto performing art kagura (神楽), literally “divine music/dance” (kami “deity” + gaku/raku “music, delight,” with rendaku producing ga). The ritual is linked to the myth of Ame‑no‑Uzume luring Amaterasu from her cave and has been practiced since at least the Heian period, ranging from courtly mikagura to village satokagura at shrine festivals. As a lexical name, Kagura carries connotations of the sacred, celebration, and artistic grace.

As a personal name it has been uncommon historically but rose in visibility from the late 20th century through pop culture (e.g., characters named Kagura in Inuyasha, Gintama, and Azumanga Daioh). It is used primarily for girls, though it can be unisex. Spellings include kana かぐら/カグラ and various kanji, with 神楽 most recognizable; creative name spellings may craft meanings such as “fragrant music” (香楽).

⚙ Kagura is a rare name. Our records hold just 83 recorded uses, spread over 28 countries.