Nagisa as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Nagisa

What is the meaning of the name Nagisa ?

The baby name Nagisa is a Unisex name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /naɡisa/ (NAH-gee-sah).

Nagisa is Japanese in Origin.

Nagisa is a Japanese unisex given name derived from the native word nagisa, “shore, beach, water’s edge.” Most commonly written 渚 (“shore”), it also appears as 凪沙 (“lull/calm + sand”) or other creative kanji, allowing nuances like “calm beach” or “tranquil shore.” It may be rendered purely in kana (なぎさ/ナギサ).

Used in classical poetry to evoke seaside imagery, Nagisa entered modern given-name use in the 20th century and remains familiar in Japan, with a slightly feminine tilt today. The name is borne by filmmaker Nagisa Oshima and numerous contemporary entertainers; pop culture has further raised its profile. Though primarily a given name, 渚 also exists as a surname. Variants center on kanji choices; informal short forms include Nagi. The name carries serene, nature-linked imagery and no specific religious associations, appealing to parents seeking gentleness and coastal calm.