What Does the Name Amaterasu Mean

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The name Amaterasu comes from Far Eastern Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Amaterasu below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.

Amaterasu Name Meaning

Far Eastern MythologyMeans "shining over heaven", from Japanese 天 (ama) meaning "heaven, sky" and 照 (terasu) meaning "shine". This was the name of the Japanese sun goddess, the ruler of the heavens. At one time the...

Origin: Far Eastern MythologyGender: Girl
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