Samurai

Samurai Meaning & Origin

About Samurai
The name "Samurai" refers to a class of highly skilled and noble warriors in ancient Japan. Derived from the Japanese words "saburau" (to serve) and "muru" (to stop), the term signifies individuals who serve and protect their lords with unwavering loyalty and dedication. Samurai were known for their strict code of conduct, known as Bushido, which emphasized honor, courage, and self-discipline. They played a significant role in Japanese history, serving as the military elite and embodying the ideals of martial prowess and moral integrity.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Samurai are male.

Samurai Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -33.33% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
SMR
🗽 NYSIIS
SANA
🔊 Soundex
S05060
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
S AE1 M UH0 R AY2
🌐 IPA
/ˈsæmʊˌraɪ/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('SMR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S560

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Samurai in Braille

Here's how to represent Samurai in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Samurai in braille

How to Spell the Name Samurai in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Samurai using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Samurai in sign language

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